| ZIP Code | 38878 |
|---|---|
| City | Vardaman |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 344 ft |
| Latitude | 33.880346 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.190093 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.2% ▼ 45% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 98 (6.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 542 (38.1%) |
| Some College | 330 (23.2%) |
| Associates | 152 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 82 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 220 (15.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $43,912 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $78,400 ▼ 72% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $589/mo ↓ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,313 |
| Vacant Units | 206 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,313 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 206 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 38878 is located in Vardaman, Mississippi, within Calhoun County. With a population of 2,642, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 38878 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $43,912 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38878 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $78,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $589 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 38878 is majority White (67.90%). Residents are less-educated — 21.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.7%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38878 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 38878 in Vardaman, MS is characterized as working-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,642 residents, a median household income of $43,912, and a median home value of $78,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.