US ZIP Code
39169

Tchula, MS

Holmes County  ·  Mississippi

● Active
👥 2,939 Population ↑ 14% since 2019
💰 $33,409 Median HH Income
▼ 56% below avg ↑ 107% since 2019
🎂 30.0 Median Age ↓ 13% since 2019
🏠 $48,800 Median Home Value
▼ 82% below avg ↓ 15% since 2019
🎓 23.1% College Grads
▼ 40% below avg
📊 16.8% Unemployment
▲ 243% above avg ↓ 26% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code39169
CityTchula
StateMississippi (MS)
CountyHolmes County
Area Code662
Elevation112 ft
Latitude33.215516
Longitude-90.245118
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS28051
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 45.8% (1,346) Female 54.2% (1,593) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 2.6%Black: 96.4%Other: 1%Race
White2.6%
Black96.4%
Other1.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
11%
5–17
21%
18–24
8%
25–44
30%
45–64
22%
65+
3%

Key Indicators

Median Age30.0 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.81
Below Poverty48.5% ▲ 385% above avg
College Grads23.1% ▼ 40% below avg
Unemployment16.8% ▲ 243% above avg
No HS Diploma12 (0.8%)
HS Graduate601 (40.1%)
Some College176 (11.7%)
Associates364 (24.3%)
Bachelors53 (3.5%)
Graduate Degree293 (19.5%)

Education

No HS: 0.8%HS Grad: 40.1%Some College: 11.7%Associates: 24.3%Bachelors: 3.5%Graduate: 19.5%Edu
No HS0.8%
HS Grad40.1%
Some College11.7%
Associates24.3%
Bachelors3.5%
Graduate19.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 49.7%Renter: 50.3%Tenure
Owner49.7%
Renter50.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
52%
$50k–100k
33%
$100k–150k
10%
$150k–200k
2%
$200k–300k
3%
$300k–500k
1%

Financials

Median HH Income$33,409 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 107% since 2019
Median Home Value$48,800 ▼ 82% below avg ↓ 15% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$574/mo ↑ 73% since 2019
Total Units1,312
Vacant Units266
Avg HH Size2.81

Income Distribution

Under $25k
51%
$25k–50k
17%
$50k–75k
14%
$75k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
4%
$150k–200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
97%
Walked
0%
Work From Home
3%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
17%
15–30 min
15%
30–45 min
38%
Over 45 min
30%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
7%
1960s–1970s
17%
1980s–1990s
18%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units1,312
Vacant266
Owner Occupied49.7%
Renter Occupied50.3%
Avg HH Size2.81
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 39169 is in Tchula, MS, in Holmes County.
ZIP code 39169 is located in Mississippi (MS).
ZIP code 39169 is in Holmes County, MS.
ZIP 39169 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 39169 is 2,939 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 39169 is $33,409 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 39169 is $48,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 39169

ZIP code 39169 is located in Tchula, Mississippi, within Holmes County. With a population of 2,939, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30 years. Economically, 39169 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $33,409 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 39169 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $48,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $574 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.7%) and renters (50.3%). Median home values have decreased by 15% since 2019.

The population of 39169 is primarily Black (96.43%). Residents are less-educated — 23.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 48.5%. Household income has grown by 107% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 39169 stands at 16.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 94%.

Overall, ZIP code 39169 in Tchula, MS is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 2,939 residents, a median household income of $33,409, and a median home value of $48,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.