39305 ZIP Code
Meridian, Mississippi
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 39305 |
| City/Town: | Meridian |
| County: | Lauderdale |
| State: | Mississippi |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 21,368 |
| Median Household Income: | $62,363 |
| Per Capita Income: | $37,929 |
| Total Housing Units: | 9,289 |
| Median Home Value: | $186,700 |
| Land Area: | 99.1 sq miles
256.7 sq km |
| Water Area: | 3.4 sq miles
8.8 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 32.4579, -88.7274 |
Population Information (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 21,368 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 10,226 | 47.9% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 11,142 | 52.1% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 37.1 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,471 | 6.9% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,266 | 5.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,677 | 7.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 951 | 4.5% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,212 | 5.7% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,380 | 15.8% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,882 | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,355 | 11.0% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,250 | 5.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 964 | 4.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,944 | 9.1% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,442 | 6.7% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 574 | 2.7% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $186,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.0 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,043 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 9,289 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 8,350 | 89.9% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 939 | 10.1% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 5,633 | 67.5% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,717 | 32.5% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 14,791 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 513 | 3.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,069 | 7.2% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 3,191 | 21.6% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,185 | 21.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,661 | 11.2% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 3,220 | 21.8% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,952 | 13.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 89.3% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 35.0% | 34.3% |
Income Information (39305 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $62,363 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $87,549 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $83,367 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $37,929 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 10,510 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 9,471 | 93.8% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 626 | 6.2% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 6,340 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 7,381 | 77.9% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,928 | 20.4% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 147 | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 15 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 12,205 | 57.1% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 8,107 | 37.9% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 15 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 329 | 1.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 276 | 1.3% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 436 | 2.0% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 391 | 1.8% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 517 | 2.4% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 178 | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 62 | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 77 | 0.4% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 200 | 0.9% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (39305 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 486 | 5.8% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 379 | 4.5% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,047 | 12.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 764 | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 799 | 9.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,262 | 15.1% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 967 | 11.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,510 | 18.1% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 566 | 6.8% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 570 | 6.8% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (39305 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 7,978 | 84.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,129 | 11.9% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 10 | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 307 | 3.2% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 329 | 3.5% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 25.6 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (39305 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 95 | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 468 | 4.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,260 | 13.3% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 454 | 4.8% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 749 | 7.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 589 | 6.2% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 46 | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 429 | 4.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 484 | 5.1% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,524 | 37.2% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 600 | 6.3% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 332 | 3.5% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 441 | 4.7% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 20.1% | 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 (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 18,603 | 87.1% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 14,003 | 65.5% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 7,887 | 36.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 2,116 | 9.9% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (39305 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 6,211 | 74.4% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,779 | 33.3% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,252 | 27.0% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 472 | 5.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 27 | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 977 | 11.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (39305 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 6,212 | 66.9% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 108 | 1.2% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 193 | 2.1% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 575 | 6.2% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 466 | 5.0% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 158 | 1.7% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 707 | 7.6% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 848 | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 22 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (39305 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 17 | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 900 | 9.7% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,136 | 12.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,215 | 13.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,333 | 14.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,969 | 21.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,391 | 15.0% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 606 | 6.5% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 415 | 4.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 307 | 3.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (39305 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 296 | 3.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 732 | 7.9% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,428 | 15.4% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,861 | 52.3% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,665 | 17.9% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 307 | 3.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (39305 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,974 | 23.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 466 | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 5,866 | 70.3% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 14 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 1 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 29 | 0.3% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (39305 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 402 | 4.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,175 | 26.0% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,891 | 46.6% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,882 | 22.5% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (39305 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 439 | 7.8% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 793 | 14.1% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,154 | 20.5% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 612 | 10.9% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,175 | 20.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 847 | 15.0% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 478 | 8.5% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 135 | 2.4% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (39305 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,410 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $513 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,043 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.70 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.17 | 2.38 |
Households (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 8,350 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,234 | 50.7% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,665 | 19.9% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,462 | 17.5% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,440 | 29.2% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,991 | 35.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,523 | 30.2% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.53 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.13 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (39305 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 8,038 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,486 | 30.9% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 4,551 | 56.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 369 | 4.6% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 570 | 7.1% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,197 | 27.3% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (39305 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 5,104 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 387 | 7.6% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 379 | 7.4% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,189 | 42.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 819 | 16.0% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,330 | 26.1% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 15,986 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,207 | 7.6% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 20,719 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,137 | 15.1% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 298 | 9.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,614 | 51.5% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,225 | 39.1% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (39305 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 18,600 | 87.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,382 | 11.1% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,194 | 50.1% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 919 | 38.6% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 569 | 23.9% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 269 | 11.3% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (39305 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 20,662 | 96.7% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 162 | 0.8% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 706 | 435.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 706 | 435.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 706 | 435.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 46 | 28.4% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 4 | 2.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 296 | 182.7% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (39305 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 19,897 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 18,913 | 95.1% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 984 | 4.9% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 324 | 1.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 191 | 1.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 129 | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 340 | 1.7% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (39305 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 8,350 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 8,058 | 96.5% | 89.4% |
Meridian, MS39305