| ZIP Code | 38614 |
|---|---|
| City | Clarksdale |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Coahoma County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 166 ft |
| Latitude | 34.159567 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.608353 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 35.2% ▲ 252% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 10.0% ▲ 104% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 275 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,999 (23%) |
| Some College | 1,492 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 1,688 (19.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,371 (15.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,873 (21.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $36,273 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $91,000 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $762/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,793 |
| Vacant Units | 1,274 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,793 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,274 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 38614 is located in Clarksdale, Mississippi, within Coahoma County. With a population of 16,384, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.3 years. Economically, 38614 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $36,273 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38614 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $91,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $762 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.1%) and renters (49.9%). Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 38614 is primarily Black (76.92%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 35.2%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38614 stands at 10.0%, which is more than double the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 38614 in Clarksdale, MS is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 16,384 residents, a median household income of $36,273, and a median home value of $91,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.