39051 ZIP Code
Carthage, Mississippi
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 39051 |
| City/Town: | Carthage |
| County: | Leake |
| State: | Mississippi |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 15,238 |
| Median Household Income: | $41,647 |
| Per Capita Income: | $29,656 |
| Total Housing Units: | 6,714 |
| Median Home Value: | $97,400 |
| Land Area: | 430.7 sq miles
1115.5 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.9 sq miles
5.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 32.7803, -89.5135 |
Population Information (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 15,238 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 7,558 | 49.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 7,680 | 50.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 41.4 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 906 | 5.9% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 740 | 4.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 994 | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 882 | 5.8% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 917 | 6.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,809 | 11.9% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,074 | 13.6% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,020 | 13.3% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,053 | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,027 | 6.7% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,674 | 11.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 809 | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 333 | 2.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $97,400 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.4 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $743 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 6,714 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 5,472 | 81.5% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,242 | 18.5% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,261 | 77.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,211 | 22.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 10,799 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 626 | 5.8% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,355 | 12.5% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 4,147 | 38.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,096 | 19.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 751 | 7.0% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,103 | 10.2% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 721 | 6.7% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 81.7% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 16.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (39051 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $41,647 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $62,524 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $54,895 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $29,656 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 6,193 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 5,761 | 93.9% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 373 | 6.1% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 6,224 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 4,320 | 75.0% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,013 | 17.6% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 353 | 6.1% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 75 | 1.3% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 7,296 | 47.9% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 6,171 | 40.5% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 690 | 4.5% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 64 | 0.4% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 811 | 5.3% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 206 | 1.4% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 952 | 6.2% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,067 | 7.0% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 258 | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 809 | 5.3% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (39051 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 448 | 8.2% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 459 | 8.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 802 | 14.7% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 608 | 11.1% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 841 | 15.4% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 803 | 14.7% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 692 | 12.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 502 | 9.2% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 128 | 2.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 189 | 3.5% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (39051 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 4,647 | 80.7% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 499 | 8.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 14 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 110 | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 97 | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 388 | 6.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 30.9 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (39051 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 363 | 6.3% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 416 | 7.2% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 930 | 16.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 34 | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 639 | 11.1% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 288 | 5.0% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 55 | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 382 | 6.6% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 244 | 4.2% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,315 | 22.8% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 289 | 5.0% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 496 | 8.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 310 | 5.4% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 23.9% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 12,311 | 80.8% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 7,622 | 50.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 6,519 | 42.8% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 2,419 | 15.9% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (39051 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 3,722 | 68.0% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,355 | 43.0% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,350 | 24.7% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 416 | 7.6% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 87 | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 687 | 12.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (39051 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,663 | 69.5% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 57 | 0.8% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 95 | 1.4% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 154 | 2.3% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 180 | 2.7% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 19 | 0.3% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 14 | 0.2% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,532 | 22.8% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (39051 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 8 | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 359 | 5.3% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 693 | 10.3% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,013 | 15.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,172 | 17.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,558 | 23.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 812 | 12.1% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 452 | 6.7% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 454 | 6.8% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 193 | 2.9% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (39051 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 218 | 3.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 280 | 4.2% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,492 | 22.2% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 3,767 | 56.1% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 803 | 12.0% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 154 | 2.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (39051 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 871 | 15.9% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 1,671 | 30.5% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 2,762 | 50.5% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 163 | 3.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 5 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (39051 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 497 | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,619 | 29.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,621 | 29.6% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,735 | 31.7% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (39051 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 1,119 | 26.3% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,107 | 26.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 851 | 20.0% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 355 | 8.3% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 483 | 11.3% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 290 | 6.8% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 56 | 1.3% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (39051 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,169 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $310 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $743 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.66 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.86 | 2.38 |
Households (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 5,472 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,395 | 43.8% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 803 | 14.7% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,146 | 20.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,659 | 30.3% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,558 | 28.5% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,059 | 37.6% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.70 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.38 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (39051 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,267 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,418 | 38.6% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,590 | 41.3% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 292 | 4.7% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 775 | 12.4% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,065 | 33.0% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (39051 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 3,275 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 373 | 11.4% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 91 | 2.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,479 | 45.2% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 900 | 27.5% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 432 | 13.2% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 11,923 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 891 | 7.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 14,730 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,433 | 23.3% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 140 | 4.1% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,927 | 56.1% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,366 | 39.8% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (39051 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 13,347 | 87.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,753 | 11.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 992 | 56.6% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 749 | 42.7% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 90 | 5.1% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 12 | 0.7% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (39051 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 14,704 | 96.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 31 | 0.2% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 534 | 1722.6% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 534 | 1722.6% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 534 | 1722.6% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 0 | 0.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 6 | 19.4% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 528 | 1703.2% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (39051 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 14,332 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 13,014 | 90.8% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,318 | 9.2% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 915 | 6.4% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 64 | 0.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 339 | 2.4% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (39051 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 5,472 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 4,417 | 80.7% | 89.4% |
Carthage, MS39051