ZIP Code 39146 in Pickens, MS

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Pickens, Mississippi
Counties:Holmes County[Primary]
Madison County
Yazoo County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:10:10:21 PM
Population:2,591 [See All]
Area Code:662
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:32.8894, -89.9890
Land Area:136.004 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 39146 has 2,591 residents and 1,044 households (average 2.47 persons per household). The median age is 44.1 years, older than the state (39.0) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.8% male and 52.2% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (82.4%, much higher than the state average of 36.6% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and White (15.2%, much lower than the state average of 56.0% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), 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:2,591Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:3,057Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:2,257Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:19.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$29,821Source: Census ACS
Households:1,044Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$71,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.47Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.12Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--2,6602,7082,3172,3532,1602,0731,9482,1242,3012,7793,4283,1263,057
Decennial Census2,841------------------2,591------
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: 44.1

Male Median Age: 42.8

Female Median Age: 45.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male6383889154737256695891115898181321923
Female4971102837776777763821091101148471423135
Total112154190174131149149133132140200225203165152745058
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:39515.41%
Black:2,13583.30%
Hispanic:*220.86%
Asian:30.12%
American Indian:60.23%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:20.08%
Total:2,563100%
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:1,23847.78%42.8 years
Females:1,35352.22%45.1 years
Total:2,591100%44.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:3,05499.90%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:30.10%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.10%
Total Population:3,057100%
Total Native Population:3,05499.90%
Total Foreign-born Population:30.10%
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 $29,821, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $10,874 (57.4%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $671. Family households earn a median of $31,908 versus $26,800 for nonfamily households (a difference of $5,108). By gender, male median income is $34,531 and female is $31,902, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $2,629 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 37.5%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 18.0%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (27.2%).

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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$18,947$21,228$23,850$25,609$26,847$27,500$29,914$34,563$30,492$30,946$30,212$31,222$29,821
Median Family Income$23,798$27,304$27,434$30,560$30,417$29,594$33,393$42,578$36,071$32,143$32,893$34,506$31,908
Median NonFamily Income$10,809$11,523$13,438$12,750$15,000$25,298$25,662$13,182$18,000$23,382$22,903$25,380$26,800
Median Male Income$31,648$28,553$28,654$28,750$28,663$28,929$28,711$30,476$30,278$30,700$31,923$30,893$34,531
Median Female Income$24,306$22,750$23,438$25,871$25,908$25,457$26,750$28,090$28,778$22,284$42,548$34,388$31,902
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:74730.65%
Unemployed:1656.77%
Not In Labor Force:1,52562.58%
Total:2,437100%
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:14619.54%
Service:15120.21%
Sales and Office:20327.18%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:7910.58%
Production, transportation, and material moving:16822.49%
Total Civilian Employed Population:747100%
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 $71,200, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $9,400 (15.21%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $6,000. The median gross rent is $910, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $487 (115.13%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $256. Of occupied housing, owners make up 70.05% (37.27% with a mortgage, 62.73% free-and-clear) and renters 29.95% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.01%, which is far lower than the state rate (15.08%).

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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$61,800$63,000$60,000$61,200$60,600$62,100$63,400$65,100$65,200$64,100$66,400$67,500$71,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:8123.08%
$500 to $999:10730.48%
$1,000 to $1,499:4312.25%
$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:12034.19%
Total:351100%
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$423$386$458$475$466$457$653$631$654$660$542$571$910
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):30626.11%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):51543.94%
Renter Occupied:35129.95%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,172100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,17287.99%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):16012.01%
Total Housing Units:1,332100%
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:83262.46%
Multi-Family Units:14310.74%
Other Units:35726.80%
Total Housing Units:1,332100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 11.30% 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 77.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 11.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 38.80%, which is falls below the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 65.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 41.60%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 0.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 16.30 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 (49.62%). College enrollment is 19.75%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), 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)


Less than 9th grade:22410.77%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:24711.88%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):70433.86%
Some college, no degree:48823.47%
Associate's degree:1818.71%
Bachelor's degree:1256.01%
Graduate or professional degree:1105.29%
Total:2,079100%
High school or higher:1,60877.34%
Bachelor's degree or higher:23511.30%
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:1,18433.52%
Public Insurance:2,01056.91%
No Insurance:3389.57%
Total:3,532100%
Has Health Insurance:3,19490.43%
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 Poverty41.8%37.7%35.3%29.9%28.8%32.8%28.4%24.6%25.3%29.2%35.2%36.2%41.6%
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:274.13%
Kindergarten:324.90%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):32449.62%
High school (grades 9-12):14121.59%
College or graduate school:12919.75%
Total:653100%
Early Childhood:599.04%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):49776.11%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 39146 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 15 business establishments, employing about 74 people with an annual payroll of $2,582,000. USPS data shows 914 residential mailboxes and 13 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:914Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:13Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,292Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:816Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:65Source: USPS
# of Businesses:15Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$631,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$2,582,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:74Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 39146 is located in Holmes County, Mississippi, within the Jackson, MS Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 27140) and Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 615,908 people, about 0.42% of whom live in ZIP Code 39146. It covers 136.004 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.291 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Jackson, MSSource: Census
CBSA Number:27140Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:615,908Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:136.004 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.291 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:2857200Source: Census
Place Name:Pickens town; MississippiSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


39148 | | 39145

Schools in ZIP Code 39146


We could not locate which school district 39146 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.

Goodman Pickens Elementary School 3877 Highway 51 South
Goodman, MS 39079
District: Holmes County Consolidated School DistrictNearby
Williams-Sullivan Middle School 14494 Highway 51
Durant, MS 39063
District: Holmes County Consolidated School DistrictNearby
Durant Elementary School 65 West Madison Street
Durant, MS 39063
District: Holmes County Consolidated School DistrictNearby
Holmes County Central High School 9749 Brozville Road
Lexington, MS 39095
District: Holmes County Consolidated School DistrictNearby
William Dean Jr. Elementary School 96 Rockport Road
Lexington, MS 39095
District: Holmes County Consolidated School DistrictNearby
Central Holmes Christian School 130 Robert E Lee Dr
Lexington, MS 39095
District: Private SchoolNearby
Benton Academy 216 Academy Dr
Benton, MS 39039
District: Private SchoolNearby
Canton Academy 1 Nancy Dr
Canton, MS 39046
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 39146


Holmes Community College #1 Hill St
Goodman, MS 39079
Type: Post Secondary
Wesley Biblical Seminary 1880 E County Line Road
Ridgeland, MS 39157-1920
Type: Post Secondary
Tougaloo College 500 W County Line Rd
Tougaloo, MS 39174
Type: Post Secondary
Midwest Technical Institute-Ridgeland 113 Marketridge Drive
Ridgeland, MS 39157-6027
Type: Post Secondary
Institute Of Health & Technology- Jackson 411 Briarwood Dr Bldg 400
Jackson, MS 39206
Type: Post Secondary
Academy Of Hair Design-Jackson 5420 I-55 Frontage Rd N
Jackson, MS 39211
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 Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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