| ZIP Code | 39641 |
|---|---|
| City | Jayess |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Lawrence County |
| Area Code | 601/769 |
| Elevation | 413 ft |
| Latitude | 31.356403 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.181851 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 28077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.07 |
| Below Poverty | 21.0% ▲ 110% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.3% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 59% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 73 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,384 (39.2%) |
| Some College | 638 (18.1%) |
| Associates | 472 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 572 (16.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 390 (11.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,505 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 64% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,000 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $931/mo |
| Total Units | 2,660 |
| Vacant Units | 435 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.07 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,660 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 435 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.07 |
ZIP code 39641 is located in Jayess, Mississippi, within Lawrence County. With a population of 6,821, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36 years. Economically, 39641 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,505 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 39641 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $120,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $931 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 39641 is majority White (68.35%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.0%. Household income has grown by 64% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 39641 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 39641 in Jayess, MS is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,821 residents, a median household income of $62,505, and a median home value of $120,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Mississippi.