ZIP Code 38821, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38821 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38821 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Monroe County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,546. The land area covers 138.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,546 | ±791 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,163 | ±340 | 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 | 6,062 | ±358 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,163 | ±340 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 899 | ±194 |
| Median Home Value | $179,100 | ±$14,891 |
| Median Gross Rent | $814 | ±$62 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,834 | ±$9,323 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,943 | ±$3,044 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,603 | ±518 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,588 | ±567 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.9% | ±3.9% |
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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GUS Population: 33,483 (2024)
ID: 107396
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 578, ABERDEEN MS 39730-0578
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Amory, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Aberdeen, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Aberdeen, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Amory, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Amory, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Aberdeen, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Amory, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | AMORY, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 10-12 | Amory, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | ABERDEEN, 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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Vaughn Beauty College
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College Vocational | 11.9 mi away | 108 South Maple Street, Aberdeen, MS, 39730-3238 |
6623692212
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AMORY MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 401 2ND AVENUE NORTH, AMORY, MS, 38821 |
(662) 256-5261
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Itawamba Community College
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College | 21.0 mi away | 602 W Hill Street, Fulton, MS, 38843-1099 |
6628628000
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WREN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 32655 HIGHWAY 45 NORTH, ABERDEEN, MS, 39730 |
(662) 256-4957
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C N K Barber College
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College Vocational | 24.8 mi away | 701 South Gloster Street, Tupelo, MS, 38801-4902 |
6622692131
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EVANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 101 NORTH LONG STREET, ABERDEEN, MS, 39730 |
(662) 369-4601
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DOROTHY J. LOWE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 165 YOUNG AVENUE, NETTLETON, MS, 38858 |
(662) 963-2011
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HAMILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 40460 OLD HIGHWAY 45 SOUTH, HAMILTON, MS, 39746 |
(662) 343-8962
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OKOLONA CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 321 MAIN STREET, OKOLONA, MS, 38860 |
(662) 447-2401
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SULLIGENT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 514 ELM STREET, SULLIGENT, AL, 35586 |
(205) 698-8631
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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 ABERDEEN, MS US, located 11.0 miles from ZCTA5 38821. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.3° | 30.7° | 41.5° | 4.97" | 0.1" |
| February | 56.7° | 33.4° | 45.1° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| March | 65.3° | 40.9° | 53.1° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| April | 73.3° | 48.4° | 60.9° | 5.79" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.0° | 57.5° | 69.3° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.5° | 65.4° | 76.5° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.4° | 69.2° | 79.8° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.9° | 68.4° | 79.1° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.2° | 62.2° | 73.7° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.2° | 50.0° | 62.6° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.5° | 38.6° | 51.1° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| December | 54.7° | 32.8° | 43.8° | 5.80" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatley town | Town | 1.1 mi | — |
| Amory city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Smithville town | Town | 6.9 mi | — |
| Aberdeen city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
| Gattman village | Village | 13.1 mi | — |
| Nettleton city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38821. • 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.