ZIP Code 39452 in Lucedale, MS

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Lucedale, Mississippi
City Alias:Agricola
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Counties:George County[Primary]
Greene County
Jackson County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:10:14:52 PM
Population:28,668 [See All]
Area Codes:601 / 769 / 228
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:30.8058, -88.6472
Land Area:535.158 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 39452 has 28,668 residents and 10,500 households (average 2.69 persons per household). The median age is 38.3 years, about the same as the state (39.0) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.6% male and 49.4% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.3%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (87.6%, much higher than the state average of 56.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (6.7%, much lower than the state average of 36.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.6%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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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:28,668Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:28,891Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:34,111Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:53.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$57,300Source: Census ACS
Households:10,500Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$166,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.69Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.83Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--26,43327,04127,26627,75427,66827,33027,05427,55127,51726,81827,60728,36828,891
Decennial Census26,964------------------28,668------
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: 38.3

Male Median Age: 37.6

Female Median Age: 39.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male9671,0351,0771,0298519618688628669679231,025937731662400220123
Female9369661,041911846901806825806907894996900756708459302204
Total1,9032,0012,1181,9401,6971,8621,6741,6871,6721,8741,8172,0211,8371,4871,370859522327
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:25,10888.43%
Black:1,9136.74%
Hispanic:*7532.65%
Asian:850.30%
American Indian:1180.42%
Hawaiian:50.02%
Other:4101.44%
Total:28,392100%
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:14,50450.59%37.6 years
Females:14,16449.41%39.1 years
Total:28,668100%38.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:28,63599.11%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:570.20%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:980.34%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1010.69%
Total Population:28,891100%
Total Native Population:28,69299.31%
Total Foreign-born Population:1990.69%
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 $57,300, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $10,173 (21.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $6,586. Family households earn a median of $71,904 versus $26,147 for nonfamily households (a difference of $45,757). By gender, male median income is $63,412 and female is $44,845, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $18,567 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 50.2%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 7.5%, which is considerably above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (38.9%).

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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$47,127$47,381$47,533$44,476$45,510$48,088$48,770$48,174$50,714$47,100$48,053$52,957$57,300
Median Family Income$54,497$54,444$55,872$53,850$57,963$57,437$59,722$60,258$59,588$57,838$59,657$64,470$71,904
Median NonFamily Income$22,263$23,191$19,762$19,773$20,385$21,293$19,234$21,844$23,194$21,380$21,063$24,716$26,147
Median Male Income$47,086$48,931$48,684$49,690$51,726$48,313$47,716$48,468$50,735$50,823$54,041$58,132$63,412
Median Female Income$31,719$34,323$31,531$31,785$31,114$31,828$31,984$34,043$36,051$37,250$39,169$41,274$44,845
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:10,09046.24%
Unemployed:8183.75%
Not In Labor Force:10,91150.01%
Total:21,819100%
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:3,92738.92%
Service:1,14011.30%
Sales and Office:1,86718.50%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,87218.55%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,28412.73%
Total Civilian Employed Population:10,090100%
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 $166,600, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $73,600 (79.14%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $54,100. The median gross rent is $867, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $205 (30.97%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $143. Of occupied housing, owners make up 84.10% (47.69% with a mortgage, 52.31% free-and-clear) and renters 15.90% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 11.79%, which is markedly below 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$93,000$97,400$97,100$96,600$104,600$104,900$101,300$107,700$112,500$119,100$127,900$153,300$166,600
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:663.84%
$500 to $999:92053.49%
$1,000 to $1,499:22212.91%
$1,500 to $1,999:100.58%
$2,000 to $2,499:221.28%
$2,500 to $2,999:341.98%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:44625.93%
Total:1,720100%
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$662$701$674$744$715$689$669$705$724$755$742$800$867
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):4,34040.11%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):4,76144.00%
Renter Occupied:1,72015.90%
Total Occupied Housing Units:10,821100%

Occupied Housing Units:10,82188.21%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,44611.79%
Total Housing Units:12,267100%
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:9,64478.62%
Multi-Family Units:3903.18%
Other Units:2,23318.20%
Total Housing Units:12,267100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 18.40% 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 88.80%, which is on par with the state rate (86.60%). The uninsured rate is 13.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 11.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 0.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.90 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 (53.77%). College enrollment is 11.29%, 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:6713.53%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,4647.69%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):7,50239.42%
Some college, no degree:3,82020.07%
Associate's degree:2,06510.85%
Bachelor's degree:2,50313.15%
Graduate or professional degree:1,0065.29%
Total:19,031100%
High school or higher:16,89688.78%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3,50918.44%
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:16,58053.40%
Public Insurance:10,71334.50%
No Insurance:3,75512.09%
Total:31,048100%
Has Health Insurance:27,29387.91%
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 Poverty12.0%13.3%13.8%12.6%12.5%11.5%8.2%9.1%10.8%11.8%14.3%13.4%11.7%
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:2483.98%
Kindergarten:3395.44%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,34953.77%
High school (grades 9-12):1,58925.51%
College or graduate school:70311.29%
Total:6,228100%
Early Childhood:5879.43%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5,27784.73%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 39452 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 376 business establishments, employing about 4,052 people with an annual payroll of $164,684,000. USPS data shows 12,681 residential mailboxes and 564 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:12,681Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:564Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:13,932Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:11,834Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:38Source: USPS
# of Businesses:376Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$40,853,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$164,684,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:4,052Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 39452 is located in George County, Mississippi, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Mississippi's 1st and 4th Congressional Districts. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 39452. It covers 535.158 sq mi of land and a water area of 6.047 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:535.158 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:6.047 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01,04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:10572.8, 8044.48 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2842440Source: Census
Place Name:Lucedale city; MississippiSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


39455 | | 39451

Schools in ZIP Code 39452


ZIP Code 39452 is in the George County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 9 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.

Agricola Elementary School 6165 Hwy 613 S
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
Central Elementary School 14159 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
George County High School 9284 Hwy 63s
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
Lc Hatcher Elementary School 689 Church St
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
Rocky Creek Elementary School 2183 Rocky Creek Road
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
George County Middle School 330 Church Street
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
Lt Taylor Intermediate School 159 Mable St
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
Benndale Elementary School 5204 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
George County Alternative 9284 Old Hwy 63 South
Lucedale, MS 39452
District: George County School District
Sacred Heart Elementary 10482 Lemoyne Blvd
Diberville, MS 39540
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Alphonsus Catholic School 504 Jackson Ave
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
District: Private SchoolNearby
Children's House Montessori School 309 Washington Ave
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 39452


Fortis College 7033 Airport Blvd.
Mobile, AL 36608
Type: Post Secondary
University Of South Alabama 307 N University Blvd
Mobile, AL 36688-0002
Type: Post Secondary
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College 51 Main Street
Perkinston, MS 39573
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Mobile 5735 College Parkway
Mobile, AL 36613-2842
Type: Post Secondary
Spring Hill College 4000 Dauphin St
Mobile, AL 36608-1791
Type: Post Secondary
Remington College-Mobile Campus 4368 Downtowner Loop S
Mobile, AL 36609
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]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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