| ZIP Code | 39401 |
|---|---|
| City | Hattiesburg |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Forrest County |
| Area Code | 601/769 |
| Elevation | 217 ft |
| Latitude | 31.234112 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.265885 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 29.2% ▲ 192% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 49% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 340 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,670 (28.7%) |
| Some College | 2,433 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 4,340 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,509 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,951 (29.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,287 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,100 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $932/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,232 |
| Vacant Units | 2,687 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,232 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,687 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 39401 is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, within Forrest County. With a population of 41,916, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.3 years. Economically, 39401 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $40,287 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 39401 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $120,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $932 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.6%) and renters (57.4%). Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 39401 is majority Black (51.51%). Residents are well-educated — 40.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.2%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 39401 stands at 7.3%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 39401 in Hattiesburg, MS is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 41,916 residents, a median household income of $40,287, and a median home value of $120,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.