Zip Code 39042

MS · Population: 38,379

B
64/100
56
C+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
68
B
Quality of Life
56
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 39042

Zip code 39042 is located in Mississippi and is home to approximately 38,379 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 64/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

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

With a median household income of $87,587 and home values around $230,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 34.8% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.7%, which is near the national average.

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
$87,587
Home Value
$230,100
Rent
$1,056/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
34.8%
Unemployment
3.7%
Owner-Occupied
83.3%
Rent Burden
14.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety56C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life68BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy56C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall64BWeighted 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).