NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 39478

MS · Population: 2,461

C
47/100
55
C+
Safety
37
D
Affordability
44
C
Quality of Life
51
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 39478

Zip code 39478 is located in Mississippi and is home to approximately 2,461 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 47/100), 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 $118,300 and median rent of N/A/month against a median income of $45,758. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 6.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.5% 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
$45,758
Home Value
$118,300
Rent
—
Median Age
43
College Educated
6.6%
Unemployment
6.5%
Owner-Occupied
85.8%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety55C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability37DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life44CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy51C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall47CWeighted 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).