| ZIP Code | 38671 |
|---|---|
| City | Southaven |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | DeSoto County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 273 ft |
| Latitude | 34.96626 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.998152 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.5 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 17.8% ▲ 78% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 579 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,500 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 3,031 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 3,883 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,035 (13.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,810 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,744 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $176,300 ▼ 37% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,319/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,565 |
| Vacant Units | 1,365 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,565 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,365 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
ZIP code 38671 is located in Southaven, Mississippi, within DeSoto County. With a population of 37,070, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.5 years. Economically, 38671 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,744 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38671 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $176,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,319 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 38671 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.0%. Residents are moderately educated — 35.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.8%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38671 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 38671 in Southaven, MS is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,070 residents, a median household income of $61,744, and a median home value of $176,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.