Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.99 |
| Below Poverty | 23.7% ▲ 137% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,003 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,383 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 6,295 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 7,888 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 6,514 (14.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,554 (23.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,006 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $137,848 ▼ 51% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $927/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 34,645 |
| Vacant Units | 5,298 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lauderdale County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 74,115 residents. With a median age of 39.47, it is a middle-aged county.
Lauderdale County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,006 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 23.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lauderdale County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $137,848 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $927. Homeownership rates are high at 64.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lauderdale County are majority White (51.44%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lauderdale County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39320 | Bailey | 2,068 | $85,804 | $185,800 | — | 0.7% | 35.9% |
| 39325 | Collinsville | 6,064 | $85,077 | $181,400 | $988 | 4.6% | 47.0% |
| 39335 | Lauderdale | 2,301 | $73,864 | $141,300 | $1,128 | 2.4% | 43.4% |
| 39342 | Marion | 1,888 | $57,292 | $189,800 | $1,091 | 6.1% | 36.8% |
| 39301 | Meridian | 21,184 | $42,701 | $105,800 | $888 | 6.5% | 30.9% |
| 39305 | Meridian | 21,878 | $65,242 | $185,600 | $1,016 | 6.1% | 47.6% |
| 39307 | Meridian | 15,636 | $27,669 | $79,600 | $814 | 4.7% | 25.5% |
| 39364 | Toomsuba | 2,511 | $64,309 | $176,900 | $735 | 5.6% | 37.3% |