| ZIP Code | 38930 |
|---|---|
| City | Greenwood |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Leflore County |
| Area Code | 662 |
| Elevation | 125 ft |
| Latitude | 33.527674 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.138656 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 30.4% ▲ 204% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.0% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 247 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,949 (31%) |
| Some College | 1,798 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 2,537 (19.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,341 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,853 (22.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $35,109 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $108,000 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $694/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,608 |
| Vacant Units | 1,976 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,608 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,976 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 38930 is located in Greenwood, Mississippi, within Leflore County. With a population of 23,326, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 38930 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $35,109 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38930 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $108,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $694 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.1%) and renters (42.9%). Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 38930 is primarily Black (70.26%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 30.4%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38930 stands at 9.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 38930 in Greenwood, MS is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,326 residents, a median household income of $35,109, and a median home value of $108,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.