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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 38868 has 4,905 residents and 2,101 households (average 2.33 persons per household). The median age is 42.5 years, older than the state (39.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.4% male and 51.6% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (50.2%, much lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (45.5%, much higher than the state average of 36.6% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.7%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than the national average (12.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	4,905Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	4,700Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	4,536Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	67.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$52,985Source: Census ACS

Households:	2,101Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$138,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.33Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.34Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	4,845	4,937	5,133	5,291	5,549	5,442	5,601	5,409	6,396	6,238	5,721	4,958	4,700
Decennial Census	5,481	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	4,905	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 42.5

Male Median Age: 41.1

Female Median Age: 44.1

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	114	117	175	155	183	158	128	123	159	129	147	193	172	156	141	66	37	21
Female	109	143	164	133	138	164	148	150	150	175	162	215	204	155	141	71	66	43
Total	223	260	339	288	321	322	276	273	309	304	309	408	376	311	282	137	103	64

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	2,462	51.00%
Black:	2,230	46.20%
Hispanic:*	82	1.70%
Asian:	8	0.17%
American Indian:	2	0.04%
Hawaiian:	2	0.04%
Other:	41	0.85%
Total:	4,827	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	2,374	48.40%	41.1 years
Females:	2,531	51.60%	44.1 years
Total:	4,905	100%	42.5 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	4,605	97.98%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	0	0.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	27	0.57%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	68	2.02%
Total Population:	4,700	100%
Total Native Population:	4,605	97.98%
Total Foreign-born Population:	95	2.02%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2023, the Median household income is $52,985, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $17,777 (50.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $15,587. Family households earn a median of $73,882 versus $21,186 for nonfamily households (a difference of $52,696). By gender, male median income is $52,813 and female is $39,717, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $13,096 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.2%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.5%, which is well above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (31.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$35,208	$34,367	$38,963	$39,959	$34,248	$34,833	$39,786	$36,187	$37,398	$40,240	$49,149	$44,429	$52,985
Median Family Income	$40,640	$40,212	$46,190	$43,447	$41,818	$41,625	$51,788	$47,888	$52,760	$57,969	$66,719	$70,625	$73,882
Median NonFamily Income	$22,028	$23,887	$23,816	$24,978	$24,272	$23,839	$21,274	$21,889	$20,559	$19,083	$22,004	$22,906	$21,186
Median Male Income	$36,956	$36,720	$38,598	$37,629	$35,845	$35,744	$35,172	$40,033	$40,299	$37,283	$41,141	$50,450	$52,813
Median Female Income	$24,115	$24,470	$26,015	$25,723	$26,780	$27,075	$31,384	$31,934	$33,844	$31,725	$33,673	$38,125	$39,717

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	1,943	53.50%
Unemployed:	134	3.69%
Not In Labor Force:	1,555	42.81%
Total:	3,632	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	561	28.87%
Service:	349	17.96%
Sales and Office:	290	14.93%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	127	6.54%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	616	31.70%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	1,943	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2023, the median home value is $138,600, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $64,300 (86.54%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $57,000. The median gross rent is $850, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $203 (31.38%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $219. Of occupied housing, owners make up 75.24% (43.18% with a mortgage, 56.82% free-and-clear) and renters 24.76% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 15.63%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$74,300	$73,000	$64,900	$71,100	$71,000	$77,100	$81,400	$84,300	$81,600	$90,200	$95,900	$112,200	$138,600

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	108	23.08%
$500 to $999:	94	20.09%
$1,000 to $1,499:	161	34.40%
$1,500 to $1,999:	0	0.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	105	22.44%
Total:	468	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$647	$618	$601	$607	$596	$618	$624	$624	$631	$646	$695	$747	$850

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	614	32.49%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	808	42.75%
Renter Occupied:	468	24.76%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	1,890	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	1,890	84.38%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	350	15.63%
Total Housing Units:	2,240	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

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Single-Family Units:	1,410	62.95%
Multi-Family Units:	114	5.09%
Other Units:	716	31.96%
Total Housing Units:	2,240	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 21.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 88.00%, which is on par with the state rate (86.60%). The uninsured rate is 12.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 19.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), up 0.60 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 5.80 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (43.07%). College enrollment is 26.35%, which is on par with the state rate (25.00%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	75	2.45%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	293	9.59%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	1,071	35.06%
Some college, no degree:	737	24.12%
Associate's degree:	209	6.84%
Bachelor's degree:	397	13.00%
Graduate or professional degree:	273	8.94%
Total:	3,055	100%
High school or higher:	2,687	87.95%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	670	21.93%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

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Private Insurance:	2,679	51.91%
Public Insurance:	1,906	36.93%
No Insurance:	576	11.16%
Total:	5,161	100%
Has Health Insurance:	4,585	88.84%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	18.5%	15.8%	17.6%	18.0%	17.0%	14.9%	13.4%	12.5%	13.3%	17.0%	14.6%	19.1%	19.1%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	114	9.30%
Kindergarten:	4	0.33%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	528	43.07%
High school (grades 9-12):	257	20.96%
College or graduate school:	323	26.35%
Total:	1,226	100%
Early Childhood:	118	9.62%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	789	64.36%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Shannon, Mississippi
Names to Avoid:	Brewer, Old Union, Pine Grove
Counties:	Lee County[Primary] Chickasaw County Monroe County Pontotoc County
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	10:06:51 PM
Population:	4,905 [See All]
Area Code:	662
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	34.0970, -88.7628
Land Area:	73.05 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/38868/zip-code-38868.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	1,947Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	66Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	2,572Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	1,911Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	63Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$20,595,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$83,161,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	1,719Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Tupelo, MSSource: Census
CBSA Number:	46180Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	132,079Source: Census
MSA:	Source: Census
Land Area:	73.05 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.078 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	10572.8 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	2866720Source: Census
Place Name:	Shannon town; MississippiSource: Census

ZIP Code 38868 in Shannon, MS

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 38868

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 38868

Sources & References