ZIP Code 39401, Mississippi
ZIP Code 39401 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39401 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Covington County / Forrest County / Jones County / Lamar County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,531. The land area covers 188.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,531 | ±1,459 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.7 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,826 | ±682 | 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 | 20,386 | ±558 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,826 | ±682 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,560 | ±396 |
| Median Home Value | $134,300 | ±$13,151 |
| Median Gross Rent | $948 | ±$30 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $41,127 | ±$2,869 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,416 | ±$2,247 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.1% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12,530 | ±1,548 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,371 | ±1,136 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.1% | ±2.4% |
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 COVINGTON
GUS Population: 18,015 (2024)
ID: 129261
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 1679, COLLINS MS 39428-1679
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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 | Hattiesburg, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hattiesburg, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hattiesburg, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brooklyn, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HATTIESBURG, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | HATTIESBURG, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06 | Hattiesburg, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HATTIESBURG, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Purvis, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Purvis, 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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William Carey University
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College | 5.2 mi away | 710 William Carey Parkway, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401 |
6013186051
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HATTIESBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 329 HARDY STREET, HATTIESBURG, MS, 39401 |
(601) 582-4461
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The Academy of Hair Design Six
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 5912 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401-7569 |
6013729800
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PETAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 714 SOUTH MAIN STREET, PETAL, MS, 39465 |
(601) 584-7610
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Unlimited Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 6.7 mi away | 102 Broad Street, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401 |
6013367256
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OAK GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 4958 OLD HIGHWAY 11, HATTIESBURG, MS, 39402 |
(601) 296-1704
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University of Southern Mississippi
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College | 7.5 mi away | 118 College Drive # 0001, Hattiesburg, MS, 39406-0001 |
6012661000
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PURVIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 122 SHELBY SPEIGHTS DRIVE, PURVIS, MS, 39475 |
(601) 794-6291
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LUMBERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 106 WEST MAIN AVENUE, LUMBERTON, MS, 39455 |
(601) 796-2505
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RICHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 210 FRONT STREET, RICHTON, MS, 39476 |
(601) 788-6539
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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 HATTIESBURG CHAIN MUNI AP, MS US, located 3.2 miles from ZCTA5 39401. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.0° | 38.1° | 49.1° | 5.82" | — |
| February | 64.5° | 41.7° | 53.1° | 4.88" | — |
| March | 71.5° | 48.1° | 59.8° | 5.57" | — |
| April | 78.0° | 53.9° | 66.0° | 5.37" | — |
| May | 84.6° | 62.3° | 73.5° | 4.44" | — |
| June | 89.8° | 69.5° | 79.7° | 5.85" | — |
| July | 91.6° | 72.3° | 81.9° | 5.70" | — |
| August | 91.8° | 71.8° | 81.8° | 4.75" | — |
| September | 88.0° | 66.9° | 77.4° | 4.15" | — |
| October | 79.6° | 55.0° | 67.3° | 3.70" | — |
| November | 69.2° | 44.0° | 56.6° | 3.70" | — |
| December | 62.3° | 40.5° | 51.4° | 4.98" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hattiesburg city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Petal city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| West Hattiesburg CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
| Glendale CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Oak Grove CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Arnold Line CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39401. • 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.