Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 136 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,054 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 2,167 (18.2%) |
| Associates | 1,875 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,073 (17.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,628 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,828 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,457 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $629/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,966 |
| Vacant Units | 1,329 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Prentiss County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,101 residents. With a median age of 38.34, it is a middle-aged county.
Prentiss County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,827 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Prentiss County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $121,457 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $629. Homeownership rates are high at 79.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Prentiss County are primarily White (84.1%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Prentiss County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 4 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.