ZIP Code 39338, Mississippi
ZIP Code 39338 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39338 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jasper County / Smith County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,566. The land area covers 210.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,566 | ±640 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs | ±9.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,438 | ±253 | 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 | 1,751 | ±256 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,438 | ±253 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 313 | ±143 |
| Median Home Value | $59,600 | ±$50,841 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,085 | ±$10,257 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,636 | ±$6,348 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% | ±6.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 475 | ±234 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,489 | ±302 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 65.5% | ±8.7% |
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 JASPER
GUS Population: 15,799 (2024)
ID: 168572
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 406, BAY SPRINGS MS 39422-0406
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BAY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BAY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HEIDELBERG, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Heidelberg, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Newton, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Newton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Newton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Newton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Heidelberg, 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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East Central Community College
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College | 24.1 mi away | 15738 Highway 15, Decatur, MS, 39327-0129 |
6016352111
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BAY SPRINGS MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 2747 HIGHWAY 15, BAY SPRINGS, MS, 39422 |
(601) 764-2291
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J. ELLIOTT MCMULLAN LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 300 WEST CHURCH STREET, NEWTON, MS, 39345 |
(601) 683-3367
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LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 100 FRONT STREET, LAKE, MS, 39093 |
(601) 775-3560
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FLOYD J. ROBINSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 150 MAIN STREET, RALEIGH, MS, 39153 |
(601) 782-4277
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MARY WEEMS PARKER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 1016 NORTH PINE AVENUE, HEIDELBERG, MS, 39439 |
(601) 787-3857
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PACHUTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 15357 HIGHWAY 11 NORTH, PACHUTA, MS, 39347 |
(601) 776-7209
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EVON A. FORD LIBRARY
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 208 SPRING STREET, TAYLORSVILLE, MS, 39168 |
(601) 785-4361
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FOREST PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 210 SOUTH RALEIGH STREET, FOREST, MS, 39074 |
(601) 469-1481
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JESSIE MAE EVERETT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | WEST BROAD STREET, DECATUR, MS, 39327 |
(601) 635-2777
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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 NEWTON EXP STN, MS US, located 18.2 miles from ZCTA5 39338. 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° | 33.0° | 45.6° | 5.76" | 0.3" |
| February | 62.6° | 36.0° | 49.3° | 5.54" | 0.1" |
| March | 70.1° | 42.6° | 56.3° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.1° | 49.8° | 63.5° | 6.12" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.4° | 59.0° | 71.7° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.7° | 66.6° | 78.7° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.2° | 69.3° | 81.3° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.9° | 68.2° | 80.5° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.0° | 62.3° | 75.7° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.7° | 49.9° | 64.8° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.3° | 39.7° | 54.0° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| December | 60.6° | 35.6° | 48.1° | 5.54" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montrose town | Town | 1.3 mi | — |
| Louin town | Town | 3.3 mi | — |
| Bay Springs city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Sylvarena village | Village | 10.9 mi | — |
| Lake town | Town | 16.2 mi | — |
| Newton city | City | 16.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39338. • 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.