Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 15.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.7% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 453 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,374 (36%) |
| Some College | 3,817 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 3,470 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,522 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,635 (19.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,361 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,980 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $720/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,796 |
| Vacant Units | 3,048 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Monroe County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 37,852 residents. With a median age of 40.37, it is a middle-aged county.
Monroe County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,361 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Monroe County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $123,980 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $720. Homeownership rates are high at 77.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Monroe County are majority White (67.6%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Monroe County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39730 | Aberdeen | 11,496 | $47,552 | $84,000 | $651 | 8.1% | 27.5% |
| 38821 | Amory | 12,417 | $52,810 | $157,600 | $757 | 4.9% | 32.0% |
| 39740 | Caledonia | 5,893 | $85,741 | $154,500 | $743 | 1.7% | 40.3% |
| 38844 | Gattman | 190 | $63,352 | — | — | 0.0% | 5.9% |
| 38848 | Greenwood Springs | 685 | $64,184 | $185,700 | — | 1.1% | 33.0% |
| 39746 | Hamilton | 2,731 | $56,053 | $97,500 | $761 | 3.5% | 28.6% |
| 39756 | Prairie | 1,969 | $51,590 | $73,300 | — | 1.8% | 13.1% |
| 38870 | Smithville | 2,471 | $61,875 | $120,800 | $760 | 2.1% | 33.3% |