| ZIP Code | 39116 |
|---|---|
| City | Mize |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Smith County |
| Area Code | 601 |
| Elevation | 384 ft |
| Latitude | 31.896441 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.538254 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28129 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.27 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.8% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 88 (5.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 545 (35.8%) |
| Some College | 147 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 212 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 269 (17.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 261 (17.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,855 ≈ Avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $149,800 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $894/mo ↓ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 939 |
| Vacant Units | 159 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 939 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 159 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.27 |
ZIP code 39116 is located in Mize, Mississippi, within Smith County. With a population of 2,552, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.3 years. Economically, 39116 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,855 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 39116 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $149,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $894 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 39116 is primarily White (98.20%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 39116 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 39116 in Mize, MS is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,552 residents, a median household income of $71,855, and a median home value of $149,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.