Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 22.9% ▲ 129% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.2% ▼ 40% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 159 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,807 (45.9%) |
| Some College | 1,149 (11%) |
| Associates | 1,927 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,062 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,374 (13.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,342 ▼ 46% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $102,232 ▼ 63% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $605/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,261 |
| Vacant Units | 1,542 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jasper County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,975 residents. With a median age of 40.26, it is a middle-aged county.
Jasper County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $41,342 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 22.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Jasper County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $102,232 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $605. Homeownership rates are high at 85.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jasper County are majority Black (55.31%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 23.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jasper County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39422 | Bay Springs | 4,534 | $52,132 | $98,000 | $615 | 4.0% | 25.1% |
| 39439 | Heidelberg | 4,497 | $34,628 | $115,100 | $844 | 1.9% | 29.3% |
| 39338 | Louin | 3,857 | $37,500 | $59,400 | $130 | 3.3% | 16.3% |
| 39356 | Rose Hill | 873 | $33,902 | $169,000 | — | 0.0% | 14.2% |
| 39481 | Stringer | 1,404 | $59,871 | $182,200 | $1,113 | 1.9% | 26.4% |
| 39366 | Vossburg | 1,486 | $25,579 | $82,900 | — | 11.9% | 23.5% |