Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.6% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 431 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,996 (33.8%) |
| Some College | 2,138 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 2,544 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,891 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,767 (18.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,491 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $118,648 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $831/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,311 |
| Vacant Units | 2,053 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Simpson County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 24,773 residents. With a median age of 41.02, it is a middle-aged county.
Simpson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,491 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 20.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Simpson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $118,648 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $831. Homeownership rates are high at 80.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Simpson County are majority White (60.19%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Simpson County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39044 | Braxton | 2,748 | $71,250 | $141,600 | $909 | 7.3% | 37.6% |
| 39062 | D Lo | 440 | $32,292 | $90,900 | $740 | 21.3% | 30.6% |
| 39082 | Harrisville | 1,025 | $54,769 | — | — | 11.5% | 26.1% |
| 39111 | Magee | 8,927 | $46,399 | $119,200 | $794 | 4.0% | 28.2% |
| 39114 | Mendenhall | 10,553 | $60,486 | $116,100 | $846 | 4.7% | 35.9% |
| 39149 | Pinola | 1,080 | $51,875 | $91,900 | — | 6.8% | 7.0% |