ZIP Code 38863, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38863 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38863 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lafayette County / Pontotoc County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 19,046. The land area covers 289.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,046 | ±1,125 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,210 | ±418 | 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 | 8,511 | ±440 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,210 | ±418 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,301 | ±315 |
| Median Home Value | $156,400 | ±$11,802 |
| Median Gross Rent | $864 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,528 | ±$4,727 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,690 | ±$2,440 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,753 | ±686 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,582 | ±743 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79% | ±4.5% |
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 LAFAYETTE
GUS Population: 59,843 (2024)
ID: 168576
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMIN
PO BOX 1240, OXFORD MS 38655-1240
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Pontotoc, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | HOULKA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | NEW ALBANY, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Tupelo, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-12 | Belden, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Ecru, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | ECRU, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Ecru, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Ecru, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Pontotoc, 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 | 2.8 mi away | 280 Turnpike Rd, Pontotoc, MS, 38863-0000 |
6627603300
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PONTOTOC COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 111 NORTH MAIN STREET, PONTOTOC, MS, 38863 |
(662) 489-3960
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C N K Barber College
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College Vocational | 17.8 mi away | 701 South Gloster Street, Tupelo, MS, 38801-4902 |
6622692131
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HOULKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 113 HWY 32 EAST, HOULKA, MS, 38850 |
(662) 568-2747
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SHERMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 20 WEST LAMAR, SHERMAN, MS, 38869 |
(662) 840-2513
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LEE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 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 | 18.3 mi away | 219 NORTH MADISON STREET, TUPELO, MS, 38804 |
(662) 841-9028
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JENNIE STEPHENS SMITH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 219 KING STREET, NEW ALBANY, MS, 38652 |
(662) 534-1991
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OKOLONA CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 321 MAIN STREET, OKOLONA, MS, 38860 |
(662) 447-2401
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HOUSTON CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 105 WEST MADISON, HOUSTON, MS, 38851 |
(662) 456-3381
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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 PONTOTOC EXP STN, MS US, located 5.7 miles from ZCTA5 38863. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.4° | 31.4° | 41.4° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| February | 55.6° | 34.9° | 45.3° | 5.56" | 0.1" |
| March | 64.4° | 41.9° | 53.2° | 5.49" | 0.1" |
| April | 72.6° | 50.1° | 61.4° | 6.09" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.1° | 59.5° | 69.8° | 5.54" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.7° | 67.1° | 76.9° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.5° | 70.1° | 79.8° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.5° | 68.9° | 79.2° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.6° | 62.6° | 73.6° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.4° | 50.7° | 62.5° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.6° | 41.2° | 51.9° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| December | 54.2° | 34.4° | 44.3° | 6.29" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Algoma town | Town | 2.7 mi | — |
| Pontotoc city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Randolph CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Ecru town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Thaxton town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Toccopola town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38863. • 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.