| City: | North Carrollton, Mississippi |
| City Alias: | N Carrollton |
| County: | Carroll County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:10:52 PM |
| Population: | 79 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 662 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 33.5303, -89.9251 |
| Land Area: | 0.092 sq mi |
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North Carrollton sits in the rural Mississippi Delta region of Carroll County. Only 79 people live in this tiny community, but the post office maintains 220 PO Boxes. That's nearly six times the number of local households. Families from the surrounding countryside depend on this post office because there's no other way to get mail in the area.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. Street addresses exist, but mail doesn't arrive at your door here. The post office on MS Highway 17 is where everyone picks up letters, packages, and prescriptions. Rural routes R001 and R002 extend service into the surrounding farmland, but residents must still come to town for their mail.
The town itself occupies less than three-hundredths of a square mile. Street names tell the story of an old Mississippi town: Lexington Street, Charleston Road, and Winona Road point toward neighboring communities. Jefferson Street, First Street, and E Main Street mark the traditional town grid. County Road 81 and County Road 149 connect to the rural areas beyond.
North Carrollton's housing stock shows its age. Of 42 total housing units, 38 were built before 1939. Most residents rent rather than own (24 renters to 13 owners). Median home value sits at $222,200, which is high for the area but reflects the scarcity of housing in this small community. The median age of 47.4 years indicates an older population, with only 5 children under 18.
Streets reference nearby Mississippi towns (Lexington, Charleston, Winona) and state highways that connect the community.
ZIP Code 38947 has 79 residents and 37 households (average 2.14 persons per household). The median age is 47.4 years, significantly older than the state (39.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 44.3% male and 55.7% female, which is lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (67.1%, much higher than the state average of 56.0%) and Black or African American (27.8%, much lower than the state average of 36.6% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.3%, 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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| 2020 Population: | 79Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 42Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 858.7 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 37Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $137,500Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.14Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.84Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 810 | 570 | 653 | 493 | 560 | 435 | 335 | 312 | 338 | 516 | 30 | 22 | 38 | 42 |
| Decennial Census | 445 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 79 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 47.4
Male Median Age: 28.5
Female Median Age: 54.5
| 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 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Female | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Total | 5 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 10 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 1 |
| White: | 53 | 69.74% |
| Black: | 22 | 28.95% |
| Hispanic:* | 1 | 1.32% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 76 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 35 | 44.30% | 28.5 years |
| Females: | 44 | 55.70% | 54.5 years |
| Total: | 79 | 100% | 47.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 42 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 42 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 42 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is down $16,140 (100.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 28.6%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (58.3%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $16,140 | $16,597 | $16,392 | $20,909 | $28,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $7,813 | $16,000 | $16,420 | $16,667 | $47,083 | $0 | $0 | $146,413 | $148,665 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $27,708 | $20,833 | $14,583 | $22,045 | $0 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $21,641 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $36,173 | $38,148 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $28,776 | $28,793 | $28,917 | $29,129 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $35,805 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 12 | 28.57% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 30 | 71.43% |
| Total: | 42 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 5 | 41.67% |
| Service: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales and Office: | 7 | 58.33% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 12 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $137,500, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $103,600 (305.60%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $30,500. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $398 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $480. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $33,900 | $42,000 | $40,100 | $41,000 | $42,400 | $81,700 | $0 | $106,300 | $107,000 | $103,800 | $310,000 | $245,000 | $222,200 | $137,500 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $398 | $602 | $613 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $500 | $555 | $480 | $473 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 9 | 40.91% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 13 | 59.09% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 22 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 22 | 64.71% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 12 | 35.29% |
| Total Housing Units: | 34 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 25 | 73.53% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 9 | 26.47% |
| Total Housing Units: | 34 | 100% |
In 2024, 16.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 92.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 10.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 54.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 12.50 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Insufficient data for school enrollment.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 23 | 54.76% |
| Some college, no degree: | 7 | 16.67% |
| Associate's degree: | 5 | 11.90% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 7 | 16.67% |
| Total: | 42 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 42 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 7 | 16.67% |
| Private Insurance: | 22 | 36.07% |
| Public Insurance: | 39 | 63.93% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 61 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 61 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 66.8% | 41.5% | 44.2% | 54.5% | 33.6% | 16.5% | 12.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 100.0% | 12.5% | 10.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0% |
ZIP Code 38947 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 8 business establishments, employing about 34 people with an annual payroll of $1,350,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 246Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 8Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $359,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $1,350,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 34Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 38947 is located in Carroll County, Mississippi, within the Greenwood, MS Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 24900) and Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 42,914 people, about 0.18% of whom live in ZIP Code 38947. It covers 0.092 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Greenwood, MSSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 24900Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 42,914Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.092 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 15551.51 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 2852400Source: Census |
| Place Name: | North Carrollton town; MississippiSource: Census |
ZIP Code 38947 is in the Carroll County School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 2 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.