| ZIP Code | 38672 |
|---|---|
| City | Southaven |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | DeSoto County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 349 ft |
| Latitude | 34.911431 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.92787 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 1.0% ▼ 90% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 177 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,546 (23.7%) |
| Some College | 1,208 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 1,778 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 972 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,065 (37.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $110,665 ▲ 45% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,197/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,999 |
| Vacant Units | 496 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,999 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 496 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 38672 is located in Southaven, Mississippi, within DeSoto County. With a population of 15,899, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 38672 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,665 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38672 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $290,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,197 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 38672 is majority White (59.52%). Residents are well-educated — 46.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.0%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38672 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 38672 in Southaven, MS is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,899 residents, a median household income of $110,665, and a median home value of $290,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.