ZIP Code 38748, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38748 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38748 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sharkey County / Washington County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,192. The land area covers 260.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,192 | ±537 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs | ±6.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,160 | ±168 | 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 | 1,301 | ±190 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,160 | ±168 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 141 | ±95 |
| Median Home Value | $83,900 | ±$8,730 |
| Median Gross Rent | $696 | ±$88 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $44,615 | ±$17,836 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,383 | ±$2,960 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.3% | ±10% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 989 | ±357 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±4.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,173 | ±264 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 50.4% | ±10.1% |
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 SHARKEY
GUS Population: 3,234 (2024)
ID: 168590
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHANCERY CLERK
PO BOX 218, ROLLING FORK MS 39159-0218
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | Hollandale, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Avon, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Avon, 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 | 06-08 | ANGUILLA, MS | |
| 7 Nearby | 2-17 | ARCOLA, MS | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-17 | GREENVILLE, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Upper Kutz Barber & Style College
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College Vocational | 19.1 mi away | 813 Highway 1 South, Greenville, MS, 38701-5962 |
6628078707
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TORREY WOOD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 302 EAST AVENUE NORTH, HOLLANDALE, MS, 38748 |
(662) 827-2335
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ARCOLA LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 106 MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, ARCOLA, MS, 38722 |
(662) 827-5262
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AVON LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 874 RIVERSIDE ROAD, AVON, MS, 38723 |
(662) 332-9346
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GLEN ALLAN LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 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 | 17.1 mi away | 116 R MORGANFIELD WAY, ROLLING FORK, MS, 39159 |
(662) 873-4076
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LELAND LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 107 NORTH BROAD STREET, LELAND, MS, 38756 |
(662) 686-7353
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WILLIAM ALEXANDER PERCY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 341 MAIN STREET, GREENVILLE, MS, 38701 |
(662) 335-2331
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INVERNESS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 802 EAST GRAND AVENUE, INVERNESS, MS, 38753 |
(662) 265-5179
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ALFRED RANKINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 315 MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD., METCALFE, MS, 38760 |
(662) 335-0212
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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 17.8 miles from ZCTA5 38748. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollandale city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Panther Burn CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Delta City CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Arcola town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Nitta Yuma CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Glen Allan CDP | CDP | 12.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38748. • 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.