| ZIP Code | 38746 |
|---|---|
| City | Gunnison |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Bolivar County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 155 ft |
| Latitude | 33.961591 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.954433 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28011 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.09 |
| Below Poverty | 53.2% ▲ 432% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.3% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 27.8% ▲ 468% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 112 (49.3%) |
| Some College | 10 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 43 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 40 (17.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (9.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $70,000 ▼ 75% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $369/mo ↓ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 219 |
| Vacant Units | 22 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 219 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 22 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
ZIP code 38746 is located in Gunnison, Mississippi, within Bolivar County. With a population of 412, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.4 years.
Real estate in ZIP code 38746 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $70,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $369 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.7%) and renters (56.4%). Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 38746 is primarily Black (82.04%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 53.2%.
The unemployment rate in 38746 stands at 27.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 100%.
Overall, ZIP code 38746 in Gunnison, MS is characterized as moderately educated, and a middle-aged community.