ZIP Code 39455, Mississippi
ZIP Code 39455 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39455 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Forrest County / Lamar County / Marion County / Pearl River County / Stone County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,937. The land area covers 367.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,937 | ±1,087 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,125 | ±395 | 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 | 4,198 | ±497 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,125 | ±395 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,073 | ±313 |
| Median Home Value | $104,600 | ±$27,772 |
| Median Gross Rent | $913 | ±$187 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,206 | ±$10,687 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,158 | ±$3,108 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,369 | ±382 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,319 | ±616 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±5.6% |
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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GUS Population: 78,435 (2024)
ID: 129262
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR PLANNER
PO BOX 1310, HATTIESBURG MS 39403-1310
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Lumberton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hattiesburg, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Purvis, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Purvis, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Lumberton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Lumberton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Poplarville, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | POPLARVILLE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | POPLARVILLE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | POPLARVILLE, 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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Pearl River Community College
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College | 12.3 mi away | 101 Hwy 11 N, Poplarville, MS, 39470 |
6014031000
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LUMBERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 106 WEST MAIN AVENUE, LUMBERTON, MS, 39455 |
(601) 796-2505
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The Academy of Hair Design Six
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College Vocational | 22.5 mi away | 5912 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401-7569 |
6013729800
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PURVIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 122 SHELBY SPEIGHTS DRIVE, PURVIS, MS, 39475 |
(601) 794-6291
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William Carey University
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College | 22.9 mi away | 710 William Carey Parkway, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401 |
6013186051
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POPLARVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 202 WEST BEERS STREET, POPLARVILLE, MS, 39470 |
(601) 795-8411
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University of Southern Mississippi
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College | 23.3 mi away | 118 College Drive # 0001, Hattiesburg, MS, 39406-0001 |
6012661000
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OAK GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 4958 OLD HIGHWAY 11, HATTIESBURG, MS, 39402 |
(601) 296-1704
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Unlimited Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 23.8 mi away | 102 Broad Street, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401 |
6013367256
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STONE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 242 SECOND STREET, SOUTH, WIGGINS, MS, 39577 |
(601) 928-4993
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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 POPLARVILLE EXP STN, MS US, located 12.6 miles from ZCTA5 39455. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.3° | 38.6° | 49.0° | 5.73" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.4° | 41.8° | 52.6° | 5.27" | 0.0" |
| March | 70.3° | 47.9° | 59.1° | 5.52" | 0.3" |
| April | 76.8° | 54.1° | 65.4° | 5.48" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.1° | 62.2° | 73.1° | 5.28" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.4° | 68.7° | 79.0° | 6.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.8° | 70.7° | 80.8° | 6.94" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.0° | 70.4° | 80.7° | 5.99" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.0° | 66.3° | 76.6° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.8° | 56.0° | 67.4° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.3° | 46.1° | 57.2° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.2° | 40.7° | 51.0° | 5.45" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lumberton city | City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Baxterville CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Purvis city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Poplarville city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
| Oak Grove CDP | CDP | 19.3 mi | — |
| Bond CDP | CDP | 19.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39455. • 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.