Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 21.3% ▲ 113% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 299 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,273 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 2,539 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 2,859 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,690 (15.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,784 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,043 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $111,427 ▼ 60% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $695/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,455 |
| Vacant Units | 2,850 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Copiah County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 29,265 residents. With a median age of 40.22, it is a middle-aged county.
Copiah County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,043 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 21.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Copiah County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $111,427 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $695. Homeownership rates are high at 74.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Copiah County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 48.4%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Copiah County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39059 | Crystal Springs | 12,065 | $49,191 | $117,700 | $690 | 4.0% | 38.1% |
| 39078 | Georgetown | 1,050 | $60,526 | $182,400 | $368 | 0.0% | 33.1% |
| 39083 | Hazlehurst | 8,497 | $41,756 | $87,200 | $562 | 9.9% | 41.4% |
| 39191 | Wesson | 7,653 | $55,326 | $118,700 | $897 | 5.7% | 30.9% |