Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.0% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 174 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,172 (38.2%) |
| Some College | 1,089 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 1,428 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,104 (13.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,326 (16%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,457 ▼ 39% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $83,893 ▼ 70% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $665/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,162 |
| Vacant Units | 1,059 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Calhoun County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,011 residents. With a median age of 42.91, it is a middle-aged county.
Calhoun County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,456 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 19.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Calhoun County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $83,893 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $664. Homeownership rates are high at 74.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Calhoun County are majority White (64.41%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Calhoun County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38914 | Big Creek | 586 | $53,636 | $73,300 | $781 | 1.5% | 23.2% |
| 38915 | Bruce | 3,186 | $42,500 | $86,600 | $648 | 4.0% | 33.5% |
| 38916 | Calhoun City | 4,488 | $45,918 | $80,800 | $658 | 5.0% | 28.6% |
| 39751 | Mantee | 1,514 | $63,194 | $97,400 | $611 | 0.4% | 40.7% |
| 38951 | Pittsboro | 1,069 | $39,161 | $56,100 | $942 | 0.0% | 28.5% |
| 38878 | Vardaman | 2,642 | $43,912 | $78,400 | $589 | 4.8% | 21.2% |