| ZIP Code | 38621 |
|---|---|
| City | Crenshaw |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Panola County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 171 ft |
| Latitude | 34.447192 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.170459 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28107 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 44.0% ▲ 340% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 14.5% ▲ 196% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 320 (39.9%) |
| Some College | 103 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 69 (8.6%) |
| Bachelors | 94 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 206 (25.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $34,403 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $89,500 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 75% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $850/mo ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 886 |
| Vacant Units | 285 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 886 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 285 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
ZIP code 38621 is located in Crenshaw, Mississippi, within Panola County. With a population of 1,610, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 38621 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $34,403 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38621 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $89,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $850 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.2%) and renters (42.8%). Median home values have increased by 75% since 2019.
The population of 38621 is majority Black (62.11%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 44.0%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38621 stands at 14.5%, which is more than double the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 38621 in Crenshaw, MS is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 1,610 residents, a median household income of $34,403, and a median home value of $89,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.