Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 26.2% ▲ 162% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.5% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.1% ▲ 106% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 401 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,283 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 2,282 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 2,232 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,284 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,748 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,778 ▼ 47% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $107,295 ▼ 62% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $701/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,948 |
| Vacant Units | 1,322 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Sunflower County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 24,361 residents. With a median age of 35.82, it is a relatively young county.
Sunflower County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $40,777 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.1%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 26.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Sunflower County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $107,295 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $701.
The residents of Sunflower County are primarily Black (74.84%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Sunflower 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38737 | Drew | 3,150 | $29,696 | $81,500 | $653 | 6.3% | 21.2% |
| 38751 | Indianola | 10,255 | $42,965 | $126,200 | $760 | 12.6% | 38.0% |
| 38753 | Inverness | 1,238 | $53,790 | $134,300 | $585 | 3.1% | 32.0% |
| 38761 | Moorhead | 1,918 | $35,680 | $59,400 | $775 | 14.4% | 38.4% |
| 38771 | Ruleville | 2,946 | $42,727 | $96,100 | $651 | 17.9% | 22.0% |
| 38778 | Sunflower | 1,450 | $41,053 | $84,600 | $431 | 7.6% | 40.6% |