ZIP Code 38740, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38740 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38740 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bolivar County / Coahoma County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 496. The land area covers 67.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | ±223 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs | ±18.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 171 | ±84 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 201 | ±93 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 171 | ±84 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 30 | ±25 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | $845 | ±$24 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,172 | ±$796 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,144 | ±$9,690 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.6% | ±12.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 88 | ±70 |
| Unemployment Rate | 14.6% | ±12.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 164 | ±92 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.4% | ±20.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF BOLIVAR
GUS Population: 28,395 (2024)
ID: 168563
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 698, CLEVELAND MS 38732-0698
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CLARKSDALE, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | CLARKSDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Duncan, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Clarksdale, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | CLARKSDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CLARKSDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | CLARKSDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CLARKSDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MERIGOLD, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MOUND BAYOU, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Coahoma Community College
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College | 19.6 mi away | 3240 Friars Point Rd, Clarksdale, MS, 38614 |
6626272571
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DR. ROBERT T. HOLLINGSWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | OLD HIGHWAY 61 NORTH, SHELBY, MS, 38774 |
(662) 398-7748
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Delta State University
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College | 21.5 mi away | 1003 W Sunflower Road, Cleveland, MS, 38733 |
6628463000
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THELMA RAYNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 201 FRONT STREET, MERIGOLD, MS, 38759 |
(662) 748-2105
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CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY OF CLARKSDALE AND COAHOMA COUNTY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 114 DELTA AVENUE, CLARKSDALE, MS, 38614 |
(662) 624-4461
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ELAINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 126 MAIN STREET, ELAINE, AR, 72333 |
(870) 827-6628
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ROSEDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 702 FRONT STREET, ROSEDALE, MS, 38769 |
(662) 759-6332
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ROBINSON-CARPENTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 104 SOUTH LEFLORE AVENUE, CLEVELAND, MS, 38732 |
(662) 843-2774
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DREW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 290 WEST PARK AVENUE, DREW, MS, 38737 |
(662) 745-2237
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CLARKSDALE, MS US, located 17.0 miles from ZCTA5 38740. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.3° | 32.0° | 41.2° | 5.46" | — |
| February | 55.4° | 35.3° | 45.3° | 5.59" | — |
| March | 63.5° | 42.4° | 52.9° | 5.37" | — |
| April | 72.9° | 51.6° | 62.2° | 6.16" | — |
| May | 81.4° | 61.5° | 71.5° | 5.10" | — |
| June | 88.2° | 69.1° | 78.7° | 3.95" | — |
| July | 90.4° | 71.8° | 81.1° | 4.17" | — |
| August | 90.7° | 70.3° | 80.5° | 2.85" | — |
| September | 86.2° | 63.8° | 75.0° | 3.30" | — |
| October | 75.9° | 52.1° | 64.0° | 4.40" | — |
| November | 63.0° | 41.4° | 52.2° | 4.25" | — |
| December | 53.3° | 34.8° | 44.1° | 5.26" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duncan town | Town | 3.4 mi | — |
| Alligator town | Town | 5.4 mi | — |
| Shelby city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Rena Lara CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Bobo CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Winstonville town | Town | 10.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38740. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.