| ZIP Code | 39206 |
|---|---|
| City | Jackson |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Hinds County |
| Area Code | 601 |
| Elevation | 298 ft |
| Latitude | 32.37234 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.172688 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 25.4% ▲ 154% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 9.5% ▲ 93% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 100 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,410 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 1,597 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 3,339 (24.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,110 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,008 (29.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,611 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $117,400 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,084/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,237 |
| Vacant Units | 1,439 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,237 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,439 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 39206 is located in Jackson, Mississippi, within Hinds County. With a population of 21,878, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 39206 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $41,611 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 39206 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $117,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,084 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.1%) and renters (52.9%). Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 39206 is primarily Black (84.91%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.4%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 39206 stands at 9.5%, which is significantly above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 39206 in Jackson, MS is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 21,878 residents, a median household income of $41,611, and a median home value of $117,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.