ZIP Code 39740, Mississippi
ZIP Code 39740 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 39740 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lowndes County / Monroe County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,143. The land area covers 79.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,143 | ±778 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,023 | ±260 | 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 | 2,319 | ±275 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,023 | ±260 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 296 | ±176 |
| Median Home Value | $189,900 | ±$46,126 |
| Median Gross Rent | $743 | ±$289 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,240 | ±$10,290 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,253 | ±$3,841 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 656 | ±257 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,586 | ±486 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±15.5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Aberdeen, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Aberdeen, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Aberdeen, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | COLUMBUS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Caledonia, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CALEDONIA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CALEDONIA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Columbus, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | 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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Vaughn Beauty College
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College Vocational | 15.0 mi away | 108 South Maple Street, Aberdeen, MS, 39730-3238 |
6623692212
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CALEDONIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 754 MAIN STREET, CALEDONIA, MS, 39740 |
(662) 356-6384
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Mississippi University for Women
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College | 16.4 mi away | 1100 College Street, Columbus, MS, 39701 |
6623294750
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HAMILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 40460 OLD HIGHWAY 45 SOUTH, HAMILTON, MS, 39746 |
(662) 343-8962
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VERNON - MARY WALLACE COBB MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 110 FIRST AVENUE WEST, VERNON, AL, 35592 |
(205) 695-6123
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EVANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 101 NORTH LONG STREET, ABERDEEN, MS, 39730 |
(662) 369-4601
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COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 314 NORTH 7TH STREET, COLUMBUS, MS, 39701 |
(662) 329-5300
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SULLIGENT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 514 ELM STREET, SULLIGENT, AL, 35586 |
(205) 698-8631
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MILLPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 920 BLACK STREET, MILLPORT, AL, 35576 |
(205) 662-4286
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BRYAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 436 COMMERCE STREET, WEST POINT, MS, 39773 |
(662) 494-4872
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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 VERNON, AL US, located 10.9 miles from ZCTA5 39740. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.0° | 33.4° | 44.2° | 5.26" | 0.3" |
| February | 59.4° | 36.9° | 48.1° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.0° | 43.7° | 55.8° | 5.56" | 0.2" |
| April | 75.9° | 49.9° | 62.9° | 5.94" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.7° | 59.5° | 71.1° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.0° | 67.5° | 78.2° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 70.6° | 81.2° | 5.35" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.8° | 69.9° | 80.9° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.7° | 63.4° | 75.1° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.1° | 51.2° | 64.2° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.6° | 42.0° | 53.8° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.1° | 36.0° | 46.6° | 6.01" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caledonia town | Town | 2.2 mi | — |
| Hamilton CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| New Hamilton CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Columbus AFB CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Vernon town | Town | 12.0 mi | — |
| Gattman village | Village | 12.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 39740. • 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.