Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 30.5% ▲ 205% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.4% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 65% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 224 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,468 (25.4%) |
| Some College | 2,410 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 2,984 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 2,320 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,176 (29.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,493 ▼ 44% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,309 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $694/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,372 |
| Vacant Units | 1,899 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bolivar County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 31,313 residents. With a median age of 38.23, it is a middle-aged county.
Bolivar County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $42,492 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.1%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 30.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Bolivar County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $129,309 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $693. Homeownership rates are high at 62.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bolivar County are majority Black (61.65%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Bolivar County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 16 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38720 | Alligator | 549 | $57,292 | $62,500 | — | 6.8% | 25.3% |
| 38725 | Benoit | 1,145 | $54,750 | $74,600 | $495 | 17.7% | 14.0% |
| 38726 | Beulah | 310 | $31,958 | $81,300 | $705 | 17.1% | 39.6% |
| 38730 | Boyle | 1,635 | $63,578 | $86,300 | $1,025 | 14.6% | 44.5% |
| 38732 | Cleveland | 16,735 | $44,239 | $163,000 | $776 | 5.4% | 47.1% |
| 38740 | Duncan | 395 | $46,656 | — | $780 | 10.4% | 47.5% |
| 38759 | Merigold | 1,409 | $72,841 | $146,200 | $634 | 0.0% | 48.1% |
| 38762 | Mound Bayou | 2,098 | $32,105 | $78,800 | $572 | 4.3% | 41.9% |
| 38764 | Pace | 185 | $30,000 | $85,600 | $389 | 0.0% | 38.7% |
| 38769 | Rosedale | 2,088 | $18,869 | $74,400 | $343 | 7.0% | 31.6% |
| 38772 | Scott | 111 | $176,167 | $184,600 | — | 0.0% | 56.0% |
| 38773 | Shaw | 2,290 | $28,693 | $97,100 | $542 | 7.1% | 36.6% |
| 38774 | Shelby | 1,769 | $21,689 | $82,400 | $654 | 30.0% | 39.3% |