Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 22.5% ▲ 125% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.8% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.7% ▲ 78% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 213 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,152 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 3,696 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 3,581 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 3,084 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,726 (17.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,111 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,204 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $877/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,822 |
| Vacant Units | 2,756 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Panola County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 38,382 residents. With a median age of 38.9, it is a middle-aged county.
Panola County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,111 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.7%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 22.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Panola County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $129,204 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $877. Homeownership rates are high at 68.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Panola County are majority White (53.4%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Panola County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38606 | Batesville | 14,970 | $55,333 | $147,500 | $912 | 5.3% | 36.3% |
| 38619 | Como | 5,531 | $29,727 | $127,700 | — | 14.6% | 16.8% |
| 38620 | Courtland | 3,639 | $46,167 | $105,600 | $937 | 12.0% | 31.6% |
| 38621 | Crenshaw | 1,610 | $34,403 | $89,500 | $850 | 14.5% | 37.4% |
| 38658 | Pope | 2,557 | $76,741 | $128,800 | $960 | 11.2% | 33.9% |
| 38665 | Sarah | 3,817 | $68,168 | $169,000 | $877 | 1.5% | 35.6% |
| 38666 | Sardis | 6,258 | $40,077 | $86,600 | $732 | 11.6% | 29.9% |