Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 33.9% ▲ 239% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.4% ▼ 45% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.1% ▲ 106% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 150 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,398 (41.8%) |
| Some College | 1,415 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 2,274 (21.6%) |
| Bachelors | 678 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,604 (15.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $32,888 ▼ 57% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $76,763 ▼ 72% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $625/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,592 |
| Vacant Units | 1,798 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Holmes County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,141 residents. With a median age of 35.76, it is a relatively young county.
Holmes County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $32,887 is well below the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.1%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 33.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Holmes County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $76,763 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $625. Homeownership rates are high at 63.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Holmes County are primarily Black (78.28%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 21.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Holmes County, MS is a lower-income area in Mississippi. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38924 | Cruger | 441 | $30,893 | $70,200 | $933 | 9.0% | 23.4% |
| 39063 | Durant | 2,653 | $27,700 | $59,600 | $493 | 3.9% | 13.4% |
| 39079 | Goodman | 1,448 | $16,719 | $99,000 | $372 | 20.4% | 16.6% |
| 39095 | Lexington | 6,652 | $36,838 | $93,400 | $604 | 4.2% | 24.1% |
| 39146 | Pickens | 3,057 | $29,821 | $71,200 | $910 | 18.0% | 23.1% |
| 39169 | Tchula | 2,939 | $33,409 | $48,800 | $574 | 16.8% | 23.1% |
| 39192 | West | 1,951 | $42,944 | $79,200 | — | 8.6% | 21.3% |