| ZIP Code | 39157 |
|---|---|
| City | Ridgeland |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Madison County |
| Area Code | 601 |
| Elevation | 359 ft |
| Latitude | 32.425376 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.165592 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 63.7% ▲ 64% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 206 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,957 (12.7%) |
| Some College | 1,176 (7.6%) |
| Associates | 2,271 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,900 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,927 (51.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,552 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $259,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,205/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,690 |
| Vacant Units | 1,069 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,690 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,069 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 39157 is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi, within Madison County. With a population of 24,547, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.5 years. Economically, 39157 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,552 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 39157 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $259,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,205 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.9%) and renters (52.1%). Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 39157 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 43.7%. Residents are highly educated — 63.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.9%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 39157 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 39157 in Ridgeland, MS is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,547 residents, a median household income of $63,552, and a median home value of $259,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.