Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 820 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,817 (26%) |
| Some College | 7,067 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 9,420 (17.7%) |
| Bachelors | 5,969 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,980 (30.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,448 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $180,278 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $887/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 40,791 |
| Vacant Units | 6,128 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lee County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 89,076 residents. With a median age of 37.89, it is a relatively young county.
Lee County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,447 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.1%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Lee County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $180,278 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $887. Homeownership rates are high at 70.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lee County are majority White (62.97%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lee County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38824 | Baldwyn | 7,900 | $46,753 | $94,300 | $598 | 4.3% | 27.8% |
| 38826 | Belden | 5,711 | $76,946 | $205,100 | $953 | 7.1% | 55.3% |
| 38849 | Guntown | 5,874 | $72,018 | $147,000 | $938 | 2.4% | 38.6% |
| 38857 | Mooreville | 4,403 | $102,571 | $184,200 | $1,025 | 11.9% | 47.9% |
| 38862 | Plantersville | 2,000 | $51,688 | $136,900 | $841 | 3.8% | 44.0% |
| 38866 | Saltillo | 11,714 | $69,971 | $216,300 | $870 | 5.3% | 38.9% |
| 38868 | Shannon | 4,700 | $52,985 | $138,600 | $850 | 6.5% | 31.9% |
| 38801 | Tupelo | 29,817 | $63,447 | $187,600 | $954 | 5.3% | 42.9% |
| 38804 | Tupelo | 16,920 | $63,837 | $201,600 | $858 | 3.0% | 42.9% |