ZIP Code 38940, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38940 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38940 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carroll County / Grenada County / Tallahatchie County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,994. The land area covers 149.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,994 | ±416 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.5 yrs | ±13.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 712 | ±139 | 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 | 1,052 | ±199 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 712 | ±139 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 340 | ±154 |
| Median Home Value | $109,600 | ±$14,078 |
| Median Gross Rent | $875 | ±$331 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,048 | ±$26,333 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,398 | ±$7,054 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.1% | ±11% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 380 | ±232 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 857 | ±252 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.9% | ±26% |
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 CARROLL
GUS Population: 9,378 (2024)
ID: 168564
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 60, CARROLLTON MS 38917-0060
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Greenwood, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | GRENADA, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | GRENADA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GRENADA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GRENADA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GRENADA, MS | |
| 6 Nearby | 3-17 | GRENADA, MS | |
| 7 Nearby | 2-17 | GREENWOOD, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Academy of Hair Design-Grenada
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College Vocational | 11.7 mi away | 1301 Sunset Dr #JK, Grenada, MS, 38901 |
6013729800
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ELIZABETH JONES LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 1050 FAIRFIELD AVENUE, GRENADA, MS, 38901 |
(662) 226-2072
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Mississippi Valley State University
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College | 24.2 mi away | 14000 Highway 82 West, Itta Bena, MS, 38941-1400 |
6622549041
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CARROLLTON-NORTH CARROLLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 1102 LEXINGTON AVENUE, CARROLLTON, MS, 38917 |
(662) 237-6268
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CHARLESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 102 EAST WALNUT STREET, CHARLESTON, MS, 38921 |
(662) 647-2638
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GREENWOOD-LEFLORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 405 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, GREENWOOD, MS, 38930 |
(662) 453-3634
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JODIE E. WILSON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 209-1/2 EAST MARTIN LUTHER KING JR., GREENWOOD, MS, 38930 |
(662) 453-1761
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DUCK HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 127 NORTH STATE STREET, DUCK HILL, MS, 38925 |
(662) 565-2391
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OAKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 324 HOLLY STREET, OAKLAND, MS, 38948 |
(662) 623-8651
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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 MINTER CITY, MS US, located 10.6 miles from ZCTA5 38940. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.0° | 35.6° | 44.3° | 5.30" | 1.0" |
| February | 57.6° | 39.3° | 48.4° | 6.10" | 0.2" |
| March | 67.3° | 45.8° | 56.6° | 5.44" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.6° | 54.2° | 64.9° | 6.20" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.5° | 63.7° | 73.6° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.0° | 70.3° | 79.7° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.2° | 72.7° | 82.5° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.1° | 71.7° | 81.9° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.7° | 65.7° | 76.7° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.4° | 53.8° | 65.6° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.8° | 43.6° | 54.2° | 5.73" | 0.0" |
| December | 56.1° | 38.4° | 47.2° | 6.47" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holcomb CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Grenada city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Elliott CDP | CDP | 16.2 mi | — |
| Glendora village | Village | 16.3 mi | — |
| North Carrollton town | Town | 16.9 mi | — |
| Carrollton town | Town | 17.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38940. • 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.