Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 16.9% ▲ 69% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 41% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 600 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,001 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 4,009 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 5,635 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,072 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,008 (27.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,738 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,169 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $918/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 25,330 |
| Vacant Units | 4,002 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lowndes County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 53,431 residents. With a median age of 38.84, it is a middle-aged county.
Lowndes County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,737 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lowndes County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $154,169 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $918. Homeownership rates are high at 61.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lowndes County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 48.1%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lowndes County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39736 | Artesia | 349 | $19,200 | $113,700 | $393 | 0.0% | 18.0% |
| 39701 | Columbus | 12,591 | $28,523 | $121,400 | $849 | 9.4% | 33.3% |
| 39702 | Columbus | 23,536 | $54,938 | $142,900 | $868 | 7.7% | 33.7% |
| 39705 | Columbus | 12,195 | $69,292 | $225,900 | $1,046 | 3.0% | 52.0% |
| 39743 | Crawford | 1,900 | $50,184 | $95,700 | $1,078 | 16.6% | 19.5% |
| 39766 | Steens | 2,860 | $57,759 | $129,100 | $1,050 | 1.0% | 35.6% |