ZIP Code 38851, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38851 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38851 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chickasaw County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,802. The land area covers 218.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,802 | ±656 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,322 | ±246 | 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 | 3,887 | ±215 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,322 | ±246 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 565 | ±195 |
| Median Home Value | $142,900 | ±$29,507 |
| Median Gross Rent | $701 | ±$90 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,365 | ±$4,082 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,569 | ±$2,548 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.7% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,661 | ±458 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,619 | ±431 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.7% | ±3.1% |
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 CHICKASAW
GUS Population: 16,774 (2024)
ID: 129257
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
2225 HIGHWAY 32 EXT, OKOLONA MS 38860-8910
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Houston, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Houston, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | HOULKA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Houston, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Houston, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Houston, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Houston, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | OKOLONA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | OKOLONA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | OKOLONA, 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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KC's School of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 24.1 mi away | 280 Turnpike Rd, Pontotoc, MS, 38863-0000 |
6627603300
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HOUSTON CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 105 WEST MADISON, HOUSTON, MS, 38851 |
(662) 456-3381
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HOULKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 113 HWY 32 EAST, HOULKA, MS, 38850 |
(662) 568-2747
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EDMONDSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 109 STOVALL STREET, VARDAMAN, MS, 38878 |
(662) 682-7333
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OKOLONA CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 321 MAIN STREET, OKOLONA, MS, 38860 |
(662) 447-2401
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CALHOUN CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 113 EAST BURKITT AVENUE, CALHOUN CITY, MS, 38916 |
(662) 628-6331
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WREN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 32655 HIGHWAY 45 NORTH, ABERDEEN, MS, 39730 |
(662) 256-4957
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JESSE YANCY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 314 NORTH NEWBERGER AVENUE, BRUCE, MS, 38915 |
(662) 983-2220
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DOROTHY J. LOWE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 165 YOUNG AVENUE, NETTLETON, MS, 38858 |
(662) 963-2011
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PONTOTOC COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 111 NORTH MAIN STREET, PONTOTOC, MS, 38863 |
(662) 489-3960
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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 HOUSTON, MS US, located 2.1 miles from ZCTA5 38851. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.6° | 32.3° | 42.5° | 5.12" | 0.6" |
| February | 57.5° | 35.1° | 46.3° | 5.80" | 0.2" |
| March | 66.4° | 42.8° | 54.6° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| April | 74.0° | 49.9° | 62.0° | 6.08" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.6° | 59.1° | 70.4° | 5.67" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.2° | 67.2° | 77.7° | 5.59" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.2° | 70.3° | 80.3° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.6° | 68.6° | 79.6° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.1° | 62.3° | 74.2° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.1° | 50.0° | 63.0° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.2° | 40.2° | 52.2° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.4° | 34.9° | 45.1° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Van Vleet CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| New Houlka town | Town | 9.2 mi | — |
| Woodland village | Village | 10.2 mi | — |
| Vardaman town | Town | 12.2 mi | — |
| Okolona city | City | 14.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38851. • 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.