ZIP Code 63879, Missouri
ZIP Code 63879 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 63879 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pemiscot County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 694. The land area covers 22.30 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 694 | ±159 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.8 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 321 | ±55 | 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 | 353 | ±56 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 321 | ±55 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 32 | ±20 |
| Median Home Value | $56,800 | ±$11,506 |
| Median Gross Rent | $469 | ±$344 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $41,083 | ±$16,594 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,439 | ±$7,219 |
| Poverty Rate | 35.3% | ±16.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 245 | ±130 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±6.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 242 | ±74 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±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 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
COUNTY OF PEMISCOT
GUS Population: 14,407 (2024)
ID: 129440
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDING COMMISSIONER
610 WARD AVE, STE 2A, CARUTHERSVILLE MO 63830-1672
|
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | CLARKTON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CAMPBELL, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CAMPBELL, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CARUTHERSVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CARUTHERSVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CARUTHERSVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NEW MADRID, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NEW MADRID, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CLARKTON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CLARKTON, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
PORTAGEVILLE BRANCH
|
Library | 7.8 mi away | 309 E MAIN ST, PORTAGEVILLE, MO, 63873 |
(573) 379-3583
|
|
RHODES MEMORIAL LIBRARY
|
Library | 8.8 mi away | 303 S MAIN ST, GIDEON, MO, 63848 |
(573) 379-3583
|
|
HAYTI CONRAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
|
Library | 9.5 mi away | 302 E MAIN ST, HAYTI, MO, 63851 |
(573) 359-0599
|
|
CLARKTON BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 10.9 mi away | 205 W HWY 162, CLARKTON, MO, 63837 |
(573) 448-3803
|
|
HOLCOMB BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 12.1 mi away | 105 W MAIN ST, HOLCOMB, MO, 63852 |
(573) 792-3268
|
|
RISCO BRANCH
|
Library | 13.3 mi away | 210 MISSOURI ST, RISCO, MO, 63874 |
(573) 379-3583
|
|
CARUTHERSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 14.6 mi away | 707 W 13TH ST, CARUTHERSVILLE, MO, 63830 |
(573) 333-2480
|
|
DUNKLIN COUNTY LIBRARY
|
Library | 16.0 mi away | 209 N MAIN ST, KENNETT, MO, 63857 |
(573) 888-3561
|
|
CAMPBELL BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 17.3 mi away | 404 W GRAND AVE, CAMPBELL, MO, 63933 |
(573) 246-2112
|
|
MALDEN BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 17.3 mi away | 1203 STOKELAN, MALDEN, MO, 63863 |
(573) 276-3674
|
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 PORTAGEVILLE, MO US, located 7.3 miles from ZCTA5 63879. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.7° | 27.8° | 35.3° | 3.45" | 2.4" |
| February | 47.7° | 31.3° | 39.5° | 3.75" | 2.2" |
| March | 56.9° | 39.8° | 48.3° | 4.50" | 0.4" |
| April | 67.9° | 49.4° | 58.6° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.5° | 59.9° | 68.7° | 5.51" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.8° | 68.3° | 77.0° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.3° | 71.1° | 79.7° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.8° | 68.8° | 77.8° | 2.64" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.8° | 61.4° | 71.1° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.9° | 49.6° | 60.2° | 3.96" | 0.1" |
| November | 57.0° | 39.9° | 48.4° | 4.29" | 0.2" |
| December | 46.5° | 31.6° | 39.1° | 4.45" | 1.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wardell town | Town | 0.4 mi | — |
| Homestown city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Pascola village | Village | 6.4 mi | — |
| Gideon city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| Portageville city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Bragg City town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 63879. • 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.