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38642

Mississippi · 2,126 residents · 75.318 sq mi
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ZIP 38642 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $59,388. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $143,200. Households here earn about 29% more than the Benton County median.

$59,388
US average: $82,259
$143,200
US average: $376,019
14.2%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
15.5%
Age 65+
20.0%
48.7%
51.3%
3.04 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic42.4%(901)
Black46.7%(993)
Hispanic / Latino3%(64)
Asian0%(0)
Other7.9%(168)
Diversity Score74.4%(1,581)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Benton County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST2ND OF 4HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
38603$43,676
38633$33,029
38647$62,820
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 38642?

ZIP code 38642 has about 2,126 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 38642?

The typical household in ZIP code 38642 earns about $59,388 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 38642 expensive?

In ZIP code 38642, the median home is worth about $143,200, and the typical rent is about $684 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 38642?

About 14.2% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 38642 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 38642?

About 12.6% of people in ZIP code 38642 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Benton County
Other ZIP codes in Benton County
ZIP 38603ZIP 38633ZIP 38647

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024