NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 38701

MS · Population: 21,738

C
45/100
51
C+
Safety
31
D
Affordability
65
B
Quality of Life
34
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 38701

Zip code 38701 is located in Mississippi and is home to approximately 21,738 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 45/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $107,700 and median rent of $743/month against a median income of $36,358. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 22.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 9.6% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$36,358
Home Value
$107,700
Rent
$743/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
22.8%
Unemployment
9.6%
Owner-Occupied
55.5%
Rent Burden
24.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety51C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability31DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life65BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy34DLower unemployment = higher
Overall45CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).