ZIP Code 39601, Mississippi
ZIP Code 39601 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39601 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Franklin County / Lincoln County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 23,583. The land area covers 264.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,583 | ±1,112 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,054 | ±583 | 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 | 10,732 | ±510 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,054 | ±583 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,678 | ±351 |
| Median Home Value | $156,700 | ±$14,068 |
| Median Gross Rent | $770 | ±$91 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,936 | ±$5,496 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,053 | ±$2,482 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.3% | ±5.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,098 | ±1,267 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,193 | ±875 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.6% | ±3.7% |
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 FRANKLIN
GUS Population: 7,516 (2024)
ID: 107388
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 297, MEADVILLE MS 39653-0297
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | BROOKHAVEN, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKHAVEN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | BOGUE CHITTO, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | BROOKHAVEN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | BROOKHAVEN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BROOKHAVEN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | BROOKHAVEN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | BROOKHAVEN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 11-12 | Brookhaven, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 02-12 | BROOKHAVEN, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 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 | 9.6 mi away | 1001 Co-Lin Lane, Wesson, MS, 39191 |
6016435101
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LINCOLN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 100 SOUTH JACKSON STREET, BROOKHAVEN, MS, 39601 |
(601) 833-3369
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Southwest Mississippi Community College
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College | 19.1 mi away | 1156 College Dr, Summit, MS, 39666-0000 |
6012762000
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LONGIE DALE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 1012 SPRING STREET, WESSON, MS, 39191 |
(601) 643-5725
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GEORGE W. COVINGTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 223 SOUTH EXTENSION STREET, HAZLEHURST, MS, 39083 |
(601) 894-1681
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LAWRENCE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 142 WASHINGTON STREET, MONTICELLO, MS, 39654 |
(601) 587-2471
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MCCOMB PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 1022 VIRGINIA AVENUE, MCCOMB, MS, 39648 |
(601) 684-2661
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ALPHA CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 414 MCCOMB STREET, MCCOMB, MS, 39648 |
(601) 684-8312
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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 BROOKHAVEN CITY, MS US, located 2.0 miles from ZCTA5 39601. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.2° | 36.1° | 46.7° | 6.52" | 0.0" |
| February | 61.6° | 39.6° | 50.6° | 5.88" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.6° | 46.0° | 57.3° | 5.71" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.0° | 52.3° | 63.7° | 5.84" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.0° | 61.3° | 71.7° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.6° | 68.5° | 78.0° | 4.57" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.7° | 70.8° | 80.3° | 5.71" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.1° | 70.3° | 80.2° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.0° | 65.2° | 75.6° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.5° | 53.2° | 65.3° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.8° | 43.2° | 55.0° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.4° | 38.5° | 48.9° | 5.64" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Bogue Chitto CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
| Wesson town | Town | 10.1 mi | — |
| Beauregard village | Village | 11.4 mi | — |
| Summit town | Town | 20.0 mi | — |
| Hazlehurst city | City | 20.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39601. • 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.