ZIP Code 38963 in Tutwiler, MS

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Tutwiler, Mississippi
Names to Avoid:
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Counties:Tallahatchie County[Primary]
Coahoma County
Quitman County
Sunflower County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:10:08:11 PM
Population:3,292 [See All]
Area Code:662
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.9852, -90.3985
Land Area:173.797 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 38963 has 3,292 residents and 648 households (average 2.64 persons per household). The median age is 33.1 years, younger than the state (39.0) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 71.1% male and 28.9% female, which is much higher than the state male share (48.3%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (63.6%, much higher than the state average of 36.6% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and White (34.8%, much lower than the state average of 56.0% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 11.4%, which is much higher than the state average (3.6%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (36.6%) and national averages (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:3,292Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:2,921Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,623Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:18.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$35,441Source: Census ACS
Households:648Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$71,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.64Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.85Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--5,0145,0635,4145,6088,1484,9625,1564,7133,9103,8583,9243,3342,921
Decennial Census4,015------------------3,292------
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: 33.1

Male Median Age: 32.2

Female Median Age: 38.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male596474942894253622971911258086604942161412
Female716859794160655152556863714943143113
Total1301321331733304854273482431801481491319885304525
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,14431.45%
Black:2,09557.60%
Hispanic:*37510.31%
Asian:00%
American Indian:50.14%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:180.49%
Total:3,637100%
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.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:2,33971.05%32.2 years
Females:95328.95%38.4 years
Total:3,292100%33.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:2,88098.60%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:240.82%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:170.58%
Total Population:2,921100%
Total Native Population:2,90499.42%
Total Foreign-born Population:170.58%
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 $35,441, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $9,308 (35.6%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $5,809. Family households earn a median of $33,324 versus $41,250 for nonfamily households (a difference of $7,926). By gender, male median income is $35,955 and female is $28,854, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $7,101 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 46.4%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 10.2%, which is far worse than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (31.3%).

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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)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$26,133$27,837$29,940$29,069$27,102$27,339$40,172$42,659$41,250$28,931$29,764$32,486$35,441
Median Family Income$26,576$31,726$36,987$37,357$41,354$40,179$41,830$44,798$44,825$28,581$30,826$33,428$33,324
Median NonFamily Income$20,500$16,429$10,435$9,231$9,261$9,701$10,278$11,887$14,107$14,962$20,684$23,534$41,250
Median Male Income$20,985$21,836$23,250$21,211$22,746$36,875$34,861$0$39,318$36,042$36,537$44,010$35,955
Median Female Income$27,708$30,250$23,587$32,857$28,173$23,558$26,445$27,351$26,887$30,464$25,658$27,375$28,854
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


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

Employment Status


Employed:1,01641.64%
Unemployed:1164.75%
Not In Labor Force:1,30853.61%
Total:2,440100%
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)


Management, business, science, and arts:22422.05%
Service:31831.30%
Sales and Office:14514.27%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:18918.60%
Production, transportation, and material moving:14013.78%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,016100%
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 $71,100, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $23,600 (49.68%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $2,700. The median gross rent is $920, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $405 (78.64%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $382. Of occupied housing, owners make up 45.53% (27.01% with a mortgage, 72.99% free-and-clear) and renters 54.47% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 14.43%, which is considerably 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)


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

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$47,500$51,000$56,300$54,600$51,000$54,100$77,200$65,500$68,400$66,600$74,600$80,300$71,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:9918.47%
$500 to $999:24044.78%
$1,000 to $1,499:8415.67%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:11321.08%
Total:536100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$515$497$549$586$582$603$613$605$538$758$820$826$920
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):12112.30%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):32733.23%
Renter Occupied:53654.47%
Total Occupied Housing Units:984100%

Occupied Housing Units:98485.57%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):16614.43%
Total Housing Units:1,150100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:93681.39%
Multi-Family Units:1028.87%
Other Units:1129.74%
Total Housing Units:1,150100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 10.80% 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 76.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 14.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 32.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 59.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 15.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 20.90 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.40 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (67.52%). College enrollment is 1.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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)


Less than 9th grade:1818.48%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:31614.81%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):70332.94%
Some college, no degree:46321.70%
Associate's degree:24111.29%
Bachelor's degree:2089.75%
Graduate or professional degree:221.03%
Total:2,134100%
High school or higher:1,63776.71%
Bachelor's degree or higher:23010.78%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:85230.55%
Public Insurance:1,56456.08%
No Insurance:37313.37%
Total:2,789100%
Has Health Insurance:2,41686.63%
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)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty36.8%38.8%30.8%27.6%19.4%21.8%11.1%11.3%16.3%6.9%9.9%8.6%15.9%
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)


Nursery School, Preschool:234.91%
Kindergarten:40.85%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):31667.52%
High school (grades 9-12):11825.21%
College or graduate school:71.50%
Total:468100%
Early Childhood:275.77%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):43893.59%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 38963 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 14 business establishments, employing about 313 people with an annual payroll of $14,161,000. USPS data shows 615 residential mailboxes and 27 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:615Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:27Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:888Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:570Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:14Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$3,512,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$14,161,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:313Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 38963 is located in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 38963. It covers 173.797 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.638 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:173.797 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.638 sq miSource: 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:2875040Source: Census
Place Name:Tutwiler town; MississippiSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


38964 | | 38962

Schools in ZIP Code 38963


We could not locate which school district 38963 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

R H Bearden Elementary School 121 S. Jennings St.
Sumner, MS 38957
District: West Tallahatchie SchoolNearby
North Delta Alternative School 11510 U. S. Highway 49 E
Webb, MS 38966
District: West Tallahatchie SchoolNearby
West Tallahatchie High School 11510 U. S. Hwy 49 E.
Webb, MS 38966
District: West Tallahatchie SchoolNearby
Charleston Elementary School 412 E. Chestnut St.
Charleston, MS 38921
District: East Tallahatchie School DistrictNearby
Charleston Middle School 17 Oak Grove Road
Charleston, MS 38921
District: East Tallahatchie School DistrictNearby
North Sunflower Academy 148 Academy Rd
Drew, MS 38737
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Elizabeth Catholic School 150 Florence Ave
Clarksdale, MS 38614
District: Private SchoolNearby
Lee Academy 415 Lee Dr
Clarksdale, MS 38614
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 38963


Coahoma Community College 3240 Friars Point Rd
Clarksdale, MS 38614
Type: Post Secondary
Goshen School Of Cosmetology 710 North Davis Avenue
Cleveland, MS 38732-0000
Type: Post Secondary
Delta State University 1003 W Sunflower Road
Cleveland, MS 38733
Type: Post Secondary
Mississippi Valley State University 14000 Highway 82 West
Itta Bena, MS 38941-1400
Type: Post Secondary
Academy Of Hair Design-Grenada 1301 Sunset Dr #jk
Grenada, MS 38901
Type: Post Secondary
Mississippi Delta Community College Hwy 3 And Cherry St
Moorhead, MS 38761
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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