ZIP Code 39553, Mississippi
ZIP Code 39553 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39553 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jackson County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,225. The land area covers 28.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,225 | ±478 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,662 | ±340 | 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 | 7,422 | ±402 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,662 | ±340 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 760 | ±204 |
| Median Home Value | $165,600 | ±$10,632 |
| Median Gross Rent | $994 | ±$114 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,460 | ±$12,546 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,131 | ±$4,950 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% | ±5.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,018 | ±910 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,969 | ±519 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.9% | ±1.8% |
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: 147,002 (2024)
ID: 184119
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 998, 2500 CRISWELL AVENUE, PASCAGOULA MS 39568-0998
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | PASCAGOULA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Gautier, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | D'Iberville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Moss Point, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Gautier, 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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Blue Cliff College-Gulfport
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College | 23.5 mi away | 12251 Bernard Pkwy, Gulfport, MS, 39503 |
22889697270000
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KATHLEEN MCILWAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY OF GAUTIER
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 2100 LIBRARY LANE, GAUTIER, MS, 39553 |
(228) 497-4531
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INA THOMPSON MOSS POINT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 4119 BELLVIEW STREET, MOSS POINT, MS, 39563 |
(228) 475-7462
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PASCAGOULA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 3214 PASCAGOULA STREET, PASCAGOULA, MS, 39567 |
(228) 769-3060
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VANCLEAVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 12604 HIGHWAY 57, VANCLEAVE, MS, 39565 |
(228) 826-5857
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OCEAN SPRINGS MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 525 DEWEY AVENUE, OCEAN SPRINGS, MS, 39564 |
(228) 875-1193
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ST. MARTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 15004 LEMOYNE BOULEVARD, BILOXI, MS, 39532 |
(228) 392-3250
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BILOXI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 580 HOWARD AVENUE, BILOXI, MS, 39530 |
(228) 436-3095
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JERRY LAWRENCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 10391 AUTOMALL PARKWAY, D'IBERVILLE, MS, 39540 |
(228) 392-2279
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EAST CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 21801 SLIDER ROAD, MOSS POINT, MS, 39562 |
(228) 588-6263
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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 PASCAGOULA LOTT INTL AP, MS US, located 7.6 miles from ZCTA5 39553. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.5° | 40.9° | 51.7° | 4.97" | — |
| February | 66.4° | 44.6° | 55.5° | 4.01" | — |
| March | 72.2° | 50.1° | 61.2° | 4.73" | — |
| April | 77.6° | 55.7° | 66.6° | 4.40" | — |
| May | 84.3° | 63.0° | 73.6° | 4.95" | — |
| June | 89.6° | 71.1° | 80.3° | 6.91" | — |
| July | 90.9° | 73.4° | 82.1° | 6.65" | — |
| August | 90.7° | 73.2° | 81.9° | 7.89" | — |
| September | 88.0° | 69.0° | 78.5° | 4.84" | — |
| October | 80.7° | 57.7° | 69.2° | 3.69" | — |
| November | 71.4° | 46.9° | 59.1° | 3.79" | — |
| December | 64.8° | 43.2° | 54.0° | 4.90" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gautier city | City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pascagoula city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Moss Point city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Gulf Park Estates CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Escatawpa CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Ocean Springs city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39553. • 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.