| ZIP Code | 39305 |
|---|---|
| City | Meridian |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Lauderdale County |
| Area Code | 601/769 |
| Elevation | 438 ft |
| Latitude | 32.457923 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.727353 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 20.8% ▲ 108% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.6% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 296 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,510 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 1,316 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 2,208 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,583 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,062 (36.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,242 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $185,600 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,016/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,547 |
| Vacant Units | 819 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,547 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 819 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 39305 is located in Meridian, Mississippi, within Lauderdale County. With a population of 21,878, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 39305 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,242 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 39305 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $185,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,016 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 39305 is majority White (52.99%). Residents are well-educated — 47.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.8%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 39305 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 39305 in Meridian, MS is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,878 residents, a median household income of $65,242, and a median home value of $185,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.