ZIP Code 38843, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38843 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38843 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Itawamba County / Lee County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,303. The land area covers 195.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,303 | ±884 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,661 | ±443 | 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 | 5,221 | ±416 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,661 | ±443 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 560 | ±267 |
| Median Home Value | $150,200 | ±$24,266 |
| Median Gross Rent | $779 | ±$114 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,028 | ±$10,817 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,845 | ±$3,071 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% | ±4.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,681 | ±537 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,381 | ±550 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89% | ±1.7% |
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 ITAWAMBA
GUS Population: 24,198 (2024)
ID: 129265
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BOOKKEEPER
PO BOX 776, FULTON MS 38843-0776
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Fulton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Golden, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | FULTON, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | FULTON, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fulton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Fulton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | MANTACHIE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MOOREVILLE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | MOOREVILLE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MOOREVILLE, 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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Itawamba Community College
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College | 2.3 mi away | 602 W Hill Street, Fulton, MS, 38843-1099 |
6628628000
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ITAWAMBA COUNTY-PRATT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 210 CEDAR STREET, FULTON, MS, 38843 |
(662) 862-4926
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C N K Barber College
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College Vocational | 19.6 mi away | 701 South Gloster Street, Tupelo, MS, 38801-4902 |
6622692131
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MARIETTA LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 398 HIGHWAY 371, MARIETTA, MS, 38856 |
(662) 728-9320
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RED BAY - WEATHERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 307 4TH AVENUE SOUTH, RED BAY, AL, 35582 |
(256) 356-9255
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DOROTHY J. LOWE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 165 YOUNG AVENUE, NETTLETON, MS, 38858 |
(662) 963-2011
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LEE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 219 NORTH MADISON STREET, TUPELO, MS, 38804 |
(662) 841-9027
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LEE COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 219 NORTH MADISON STREET, TUPELO, MS, 38804 |
(662) 841-9028
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BELMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 102 SOUTH THIRD STREET, BELMONT, MS, 38827 |
(662) 454-7841
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AMORY MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 401 2ND AVENUE NORTH, AMORY, MS, 38821 |
(662) 256-5261
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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 FULTON 3 W, MS US, located 4.6 miles from ZCTA5 38843. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.9° | 29.9° | 40.4° | 5.25" | 0.5" |
| February | 55.7° | 32.8° | 44.2° | 5.73" | 0.8" |
| March | 64.5° | 39.7° | 52.1° | 5.43" | 0.2" |
| April | 73.0° | 48.4° | 60.7° | 5.84" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.9° | 57.7° | 68.8° | 5.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.4° | 65.6° | 76.0° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.3° | 69.2° | 79.2° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.4° | 67.7° | 78.5° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.2° | 61.0° | 72.6° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.8° | 49.0° | 61.4° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.3° | 38.3° | 50.3° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.3° | 33.1° | 43.2° | 6.23" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Tremont town | Town | 7.5 mi | — |
| Mantachie town | Town | 8.3 mi | — |
| Mooreville CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Smithville town | Town | 13.5 mi | — |
| Kirkville CDP | CDP | 13.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38843. • 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.