ZIP Code 39078, Mississippi
ZIP Code 39078 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39078 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Copiah County / Simpson County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 843. The land area covers 39.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | ±459 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.1 yrs | ±8.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 264 | ±135 | 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 | 366 | ±167 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 264 | ±135 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 102 | ±103 |
| Median Home Value | $216,500 | ±$84,767 |
| Median Gross Rent | $398 | ±$167 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $17,982 | ±$6,756 |
| Poverty Rate | 40.2% | ±21.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 339 | ±257 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 339 | ±241 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.7% | ±17.6% |
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 COPIAH
GUS Population: 27,536 (2024)
ID: 129260
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 551, HAZLEHURST MS 39083-0551
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Crystal Springs, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Crystal Springs, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | CRYSTAL SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HAZLEHURST, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | HAZLEHURST, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HAZLEHURST, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | New Hebron, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Pinola, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Terry, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Wesson, 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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Copiah-Lincoln Community College
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College | 17.9 mi away | 1001 Co-Lin Lane, Wesson, MS, 39191 |
6016435101
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GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 1164 RAILROAD AVENUE, GEORGETOWN, MS, 39078 |
(601) 858-2202
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HARRISVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 1767 SIMPSON HIGHWAY 469, HARRISVILLE, MS, 39072 |
(601) 847-1268
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GEORGE W. COVINGTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 223 SOUTH EXTENSION STREET, HAZLEHURST, MS, 39083 |
(601) 894-1681
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J.T. BIGGS, JR. MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 200 SOUTH JACKSON STREET, CRYSTAL SPRINGS, MS, 39059 |
(601) 892-3205
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NEW HEBRON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 209 JONES STREET, NEW HEBRON, MS, 39140 |
(601) 694-2623
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ELLA BESS AUSTIN LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 420 WEST CUNNINGHAM ROAD, TERRY, MS, 39170 |
(601) 878-5336
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LONGIE DALE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 1012 SPRING STREET, WESSON, MS, 39191 |
(601) 643-5725
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FLORENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 115 WEST MAIN STREET, FLORENCE, MS, 39073 |
(601) 845-6032
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MENDENHALL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 1630 SIMPSON HIGHWAY 149, MENDENHALL, MS, 39114 |
(601) 847-2181
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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 CRYSTAL SPGS EXP STN, MS US, located 12.1 miles from ZCTA5 39078. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.1° | 36.7° | 47.4° | 6.12" | 0.1" |
| February | 62.6° | 40.1° | 51.3° | 5.87" | 0.2" |
| March | 69.5° | 46.3° | 57.9° | 5.79" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.4° | 53.4° | 64.9° | 5.73" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.7° | 61.7° | 72.7° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.9° | 68.7° | 79.3° | 5.57" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.2° | 71.3° | 81.7° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.3° | 70.7° | 81.5° | 5.76" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.8° | 65.7° | 76.8° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.3° | 54.1° | 66.7° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.3° | 44.4° | 56.4° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| December | 60.8° | 39.1° | 49.9° | 5.93" | 0.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown town | Town | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hazlehurst city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
| Crystal Springs city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| New Hebron town | Town | 15.6 mi | — |
| Beauregard village | Village | 16.2 mi | — |
| Braxton village | Village | 16.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39078. • 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.