ZIP Code 38642 — Lamar, MS

Benton | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 38642 in Lamar, MS has a population of 2,126 with a median household income of $59,388 and a median home value of $143,200 . The cost of living index is 53.5 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
2,126
Median Age
35.10
Male
1,036
Female
1,090

Race & Ethnicity

White
42.4%
Black
46.7%
Hispanic
3.0%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
7.9%
Other
3.0%

Income

Median Household
$59,388
Mean Household
$65,563
Per Capita
$23,830
Below Poverty
12.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$684
Total Units
759
Occupied
700
Owner Occupied
78.4%
Renter Occupied
21.6%
Median Year Built
1983
Vacant
59

Education

High School or Higher 68.0%
Bachelor's or Higher 14.2%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
928
Unemployment
2.8%
Drive Alone
80.1%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
1.3%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

53.5
National average = 100. Below average by 46.5%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 38642?

ZIP code 38642 (Lamar, MS) has a total population of 2,126 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 38642?

The median household income in ZIP code 38642 is $59,388 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 38642 in?

ZIP code 38642 is primarily located in Lamar, Mississippi (MS).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 38642?

The median home value in ZIP code 38642 is $143,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 38642?

The median age in ZIP code 38642 is 35.10 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.