ZIP Code 38744, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38744 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38744 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Issaquena County / Washington County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 512. The land area covers 70.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | ±301 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 22.5 yrs | ±31.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 240 | ±137 | 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 | 329 | ±141 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 240 | ±137 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 89 | ±84 |
| Median Home Value | $140,700 | ±$84,694 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $22,547 | ±$2,675 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,224 | ±$18,937 |
| Poverty Rate | 64.3% | ±36.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 329 | ±269 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±7.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 194 | ±138 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 37.9% | ±14.9% |
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 ISSAQUENA
GUS Population: 1,295 (2024)
ID: 168571
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 27, MAYERSVILLE MS 39113-0027
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | LAKE VILLAGE, AR | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | Hollandale, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Avon, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Avon, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | ROLLING FORK, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hollandale, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HOLLANDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hollandale, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ROLLING FORK, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | ROLLING FORK, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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GLEN ALLAN LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 970 EAST LAKE WASHINGTON ROAD, GLEN ALLAN, MS, 38744 |
(662) 839-4066
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SHARKEY-ISSAQUENA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 116 R MORGANFIELD WAY, ROLLING FORK, MS, 39159 |
(662) 873-4076
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MARGARET TIBEL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 161 NORTH CHERRY STREET, EUDORA, AR, 71640 |
(870) 355-2450
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AVON LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 874 RIVERSIDE ROAD, AVON, MS, 38723 |
(662) 332-9346
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TORREY WOOD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 302 EAST AVENUE NORTH, HOLLANDALE, MS, 38748 |
(662) 827-2335
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EAST CARROLL PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 109 SPARROW STREET, LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA, 71254 |
(318) 559-2615
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EAST CARROLL PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 109 SPARROW STREET, LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA, 71254 |
(318) 559-2615
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ARCOLA LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 106 MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, ARCOLA, MS, 38722 |
(662) 827-5262
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WEST CARROLL PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.9 mi away | 101 MARIETTA STREET, OAK GROVE, LA, 71263 |
(318) 428-4100
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LAKE VILLAGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 108 CHURCH STREET, LAKE VILLAGE, AR, 71653 |
(870) 265-6116
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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 ROLLING FORK, MS US, located 13.3 miles from ZCTA5 38744. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.2° | 36.5° | 45.8° | 5.10" | 0.0" |
| February | 59.5° | 40.0° | 49.8° | 5.23" | 0.3" |
| March | 68.3° | 47.4° | 57.9° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.6° | 54.8° | 65.7° | 6.13" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.2° | 64.0° | 74.1° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.7° | 71.2° | 81.0° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.0° | 73.7° | 83.3° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.2° | 72.5° | 82.8° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.7° | 66.6° | 77.7° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.8° | 55.0° | 66.9° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.0° | 44.9° | 55.9° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.9° | 39.3° | 48.6° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Allan CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Grace CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Mayersville town | Town | 9.2 mi | — |
| Panther Burn CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
| Nitta Yuma CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Rolling Fork city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38744. • 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.