| ZIP Code | 38843 |
|---|---|
| City | Fulton |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Itawamba County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 372 ft |
| Latitude | 34.262054 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.376344 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 29.2% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 157 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,033 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 1,368 (19%) |
| Associates | 1,535 (21.3%) |
| Bachelors | 771 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,334 (18.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,785 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 63% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,800 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $816/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,136 |
| Vacant Units | 707 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,136 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 707 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 38843 is located in Fulton, Mississippi, within Itawamba County. With a population of 12,275, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 38843 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,785 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38843 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $141,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $816 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 38843 is primarily White (83.85%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 63% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38843 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.
Overall, ZIP code 38843 in Fulton, MS is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,275 residents, a median household income of $59,785, and a median home value of $141,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.