| ZIP Code | 39402 |
|---|---|
| City | Hattiesburg |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Forrest County |
| Area Code | 601/769 |
| Elevation | 272 ft |
| Latitude | 31.333168 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.414072 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 16.4% ▲ 64% above avg |
| College Grads | 56.1% ▲ 45% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 113 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,167 (19.5%) |
| Some College | 2,427 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 3,910 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,724 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,102 (45.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,254 ≈ Avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,400 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,183/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,780 |
| Vacant Units | 1,388 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,780 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,388 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 39402 is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, within Forrest County. With a population of 43,756, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 39402 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,254 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 39402 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $255,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,183 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.8%) and renters (41.2%). Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 39402 is majority White (58.52%). Residents are well-educated — 56.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.4%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 39402 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 39402 in Hattiesburg, MS is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 43,756 residents, a median household income of $71,254, and a median home value of $255,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.