ZIP Code 39701, Mississippi
ZIP Code 39701 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39701 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lowndes County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,958. The land area covers 190.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,958 | ±1,021 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,335 | ±467 | 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 | 6,899 | ±477 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,335 | ±467 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,564 | ±327 |
| Median Home Value | $117,900 | ±$24,524 |
| Median Gross Rent | $834 | ±$67 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $32,599 | ±$10,603 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,358 | ±$2,816 |
| Poverty Rate | 34.3% | ±7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,876 | ±862 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.3% | ±4.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,281 | ±508 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.2% | ±5.2% |
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: 57,210 (2024)
ID: 168580
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 1364, COLUMBUS MS 39703-1364
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | COLUMBUS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-02 | West Point, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | West Point, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Columbus, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | COLUMBUS, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | Columbus, 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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Mississippi University for Women
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College | 8.5 mi away | 1100 College Street, Columbus, MS, 39701 |
6623294750
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ARTESIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 323 FRONT STREET, ARTESIA, MS, 39736 |
(662) 272-5255
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Mississippi State University
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College | 17.0 mi away | Lee Boulevard, Mississippi State, MS, 39762 |
6623252323
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COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 314 NORTH 7TH STREET, COLUMBUS, MS, 39701 |
(662) 329-5300
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CRAWFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 320 MAIN STREET, CRAWFORD, MS, 39743 |
(662) 272-5144
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BROOKSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 13758 WEST MAIN STREET, BROOKSVILLE, MS, 39739 |
(662) 738-4559
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BRYAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 436 COMMERCE STREET, WEST POINT, MS, 39773 |
(662) 494-4872
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STARKVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 326 UNIVERSITY DRIVE, STARKVILLE, MS, 39759 |
(662) 323-2766
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ADA S. FANT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 145 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DRIV, MACON, MS, 39341 |
(662) 726-5461
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CALEDONIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 754 MAIN STREET, CALEDONIA, MS, 39740 |
(662) 356-6384
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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 COLUMBUS, MS US, located 8.6 miles from ZCTA5 39701. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.8° | 35.8° | 45.8° | 5.45" | 0.2" |
| February | 61.2° | 39.2° | 50.2° | 5.69" | 0.2" |
| March | 69.7° | 46.3° | 58.0° | 5.32" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.6° | 53.3° | 65.5° | 5.81" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.9° | 61.5° | 73.2° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.9° | 69.4° | 80.2° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.8° | 72.7° | 83.2° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.4° | 71.9° | 82.6° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.4° | 65.6° | 77.0° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.3° | 54.0° | 66.2° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.5° | 42.7° | 54.6° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.1° | 38.1° | 48.1° | 5.59" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia town | Town | 8.1 mi | — |
| Crawford town | Town | 9.4 mi | — |
| Columbus city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| New Hope CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
| Brooksville town | Town | 11.7 mi | — |
| Macedonia CDP | CDP | 15.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39701. • 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.