Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 18.5% ▲ 85% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.4% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 101 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,375 (34.2%) |
| Some College | 1,940 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 2,348 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,763 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,280 (17.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,522 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $125,281 ▼ 55% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $696/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,798 |
| Vacant Units | 2,255 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Tippah County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 23,216 residents. With a median age of 40.31, it is a middle-aged county.
Tippah County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,521 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Tippah County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $125,281 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $696. Homeownership rates are high at 76.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Tippah County are primarily White (77.45%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Tippah County, MS is a working-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38610 | Blue Mountain | 3,224 | $43,854 | $98,800 | $877 | 1.4% | 22.6% |
| 38625 | Dumas | 1,875 | $37,232 | $153,000 | — | 12.2% | 16.6% |
| 38629 | Falkner | 1,731 | $64,087 | $119,300 | $700 | 5.1% | 30.5% |
| 38663 | Ripley | 11,468 | $52,298 | $137,600 | $685 | 6.4% | 35.2% |
| 38674 | Tiplersville | 1,430 | $69,079 | $86,800 | — | 0.0% | 36.9% |
| 38683 | Walnut | 3,488 | $36,992 | $113,100 | $563 | 8.3% | 33.5% |