ZIP Code 38655 — Lafayette, MS

Lafayette | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 38655 in Lafayette, MS has a population of 46,156 with a median household income of $68,235 and a median home value of $340,000 . The cost of living index is 109.2 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
46,156
Median Age
32.70
Male
21,821
Female
24,335

Race & Ethnicity

White
69.0%
Black
23.3%
Hispanic
3.8%
Asian
2.5%
Native American
0.1%
Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or More
3.9%
Other
1.2%

Income

Median Household
$68,235
Mean Household
$108,300
Per Capita
$41,492
Below Poverty
19.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$340,000
Median Rent
$1,090
Total Units
25,415
Occupied
16,685
Owner Occupied
60.5%
Renter Occupied
39.6%
Median Year Built
2000
Vacant
8,730

Education

High School or Higher 93.1%
Bachelor's or Higher 51.1%
Graduate Degree 25.3%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
22,716
Unemployment
2.2%
Drive Alone
79.3%
Public Transit
1.0%
Work from Home
8.9%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

109.2
National average = 100. Above average by 9.2%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 38655?

ZIP code 38655 (Lafayette, MS) has a total population of 46,156 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 38655?

The median household income in ZIP code 38655 is $68,235 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 38655 in?

ZIP code 38655 is primarily located in Lafayette, Mississippi (MS).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 38655?

The median home value in ZIP code 38655 is $340,000, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 38655?

The median age in ZIP code 38655 is 32.70 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.