US ZIP Code
39038

Belzoni, MS

Humphreys County  ·  Mississippi

● Active
👥 5,363 Population ↓ 6% since 2019
💰 $34,157 Median HH Income
▼ 55% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019
🎂 36.9 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $84,600 Median Home Value
▼ 70% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019
🎓 37.2% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 17.3% Unemployment
▲ 253% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code39038
CityBelzoni
StateMississippi (MS)
CountyHumphreys County
Area Code662
Elevation109 ft
Latitude33.201606
Longitude-90.474455
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS28053
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 46.3% (2,483) Female 53.7% (2,880) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 16.3%Hispanic: 0.1%Black: 82.5%Asian: 0.2%Other: 0.8%Race
White16.3%
Hispanic0.1%
Black82.5%
Asian0.2%
Other0.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
20%
18–24
12%
25–44
21%
45–64
24%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age36.9 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.61
Below Poverty24.4% ▲ 144% above avg
College Grads37.2% ≈ Avg
Unemployment17.3% ▲ 253% above avg
No HS Diploma151 (5.3%)
HS Graduate849 (30%)
Some College352 (12.5%)
Associates424 (15%)
Bachelors302 (10.7%)
Graduate Degree748 (26.5%)

Education

No HS: 5.3%HS Grad: 30%Some College: 12.5%Associates: 15%Bachelors: 10.7%Graduate: 26.5%Edu
No HS5.3%
HS Grad30.0%
Some College12.5%
Associates15.0%
Bachelors10.7%
Graduate26.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 56.5%Renter: 43.5%Tenure
Owner56.5%
Renter43.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
17%
$50k–100k
43%
$100k–150k
15%
$150k–200k
11%
$200k–300k
10%
$300k–500k
1%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$34,157 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019
Median Home Value$84,600 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$632/mo ↓ 2% since 2019
Total Units2,375
Vacant Units353
Avg HH Size2.61

Income Distribution

Under $25k
38%
$25k–50k
25%
$50k–75k
17%
$75k–100k
7%
$100k–150k
8%
$150k–200k
3%
Over $200k
1%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
93%
Walked
6%
Work From Home
1%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
46%
15–30 min
25%
30–45 min
16%
Over 45 min
14%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
15%
1960s–1970s
17%
1980s–1990s
12%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units2,375
Vacant353
Owner Occupied56.5%
Renter Occupied43.5%
Avg HH Size2.61
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 39038 is in Belzoni, MS, in Humphreys County.
ZIP code 39038 is located in Mississippi (MS).
ZIP code 39038 is in Humphreys County, MS.
ZIP 39038 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 39038 is 5,363 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 39038 is $34,157 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 39038 is $84,600 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 39038

ZIP code 39038 is located in Belzoni, Mississippi, within Humphreys County. With a population of 5,363, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 39038 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $34,157 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 39038 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $84,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $632 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.5%) and renters (43.5%). Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.

The population of 39038 is primarily Black (82.49%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.4%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 39038 stands at 17.3%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.

Overall, ZIP code 39038 in Belzoni, MS is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 5,363 residents, a median household income of $34,157, and a median home value of $84,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.