Flowood ZIP Codes — Rankin County, MS

There is one unique ZIP code in Flowood, Mississippi and it is 39232. Area code: 601.
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ZIP codes
25.58
sq mi land
0.45
sq mi water
601
area code
Flowood, MS ZIP code map

About Flowood, MS

Flowood, Mississippi is a thriving suburban city located in Rankin County, just east of the state capital, Jackson. Served by a single ZIP code — 39232 — Flowood has grown into one of the most commercially active communities in the greater Jackson metropolitan area. With a blend of retail corridors, medical facilities, and residential neighborhoods, Flowood offers residents and visitors a dynamic mix of small-city charm and modern convenience.

Location & geography

Flowood sits in west-central Rankin County, sharing its western border with the city of Jackson and positioned along the Pearl River corridor in central Mississippi. The city covers a total land area of 51.16 square miles and a water area of 0.90 square miles, with the Pearl River forming a natural boundary and contributing to the local landscape. Nearby cities include Brandon to the east, Richland to the south, and Pearl to the northwest, making Flowood a centrally connected hub within the metro region.

Community & economy

Flowood has a reputation as a prosperous, business-friendly community that attracts both families and professionals seeking proximity to Jackson without sacrificing suburban quality of life. The local economy is anchored by healthcare, retail trade, and hospitality, with the Lakeland Drive and Airport Road corridors serving as major commercial centers. Daily life in Flowood revolves around its well-maintained parks, abundant dining and shopping options, and easy access to employment centers throughout the metro area.

Transportation

Flowood is well-served by major roadways including Interstate 20, Lakeland Drive (U.S. Highway 80), and Airport Road, all of which provide direct connections to Jackson and surrounding communities. The Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport is located just minutes away to the northwest, making Flowood exceptionally convenient for business travelers and commuters. While public transit options are limited compared to larger urban centers, the city's road infrastructure supports efficient daily commuting throughout Rankin County and beyond.

History

Flowood was incorporated as a city in Rankin County and developed significantly during the latter half of the 20th century as suburban growth spread eastward from Jackson following the construction of Interstate 20. The area's proximity to the Pearl River and the state capital made it an attractive location for commercial investment and residential development, particularly from the 1980s onward. Over the decades, Flowood has transformed from a largely rural community into one of Mississippi's most commercially vibrant suburban cities.

Did you know?

Despite its relatively compact size, Flowood is home to one of the highest concentrations of retail and restaurant establishments per capita in the entire state of Mississippi, drawing shoppers and diners from across the region. The city's Dogwood Festival Park serves as a beloved community gathering space, hosting events and outdoor activities that reflect the close-knit character of this rapidly growing suburb.

ZIP codes for Flowood, MS (1)
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39232 Flowood Rankin View map

Demographics & statistics

9,429
Population
34.9
Median age
$88,817
Median household income
$41,940
Per capita income
$248,900
Median home value
$1,400
Median monthly rent
49.7%
Home ownership
16.6%
Poverty rate
4.8%
Unemployment
2,076
Housing units
52.5%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
326
Under 5
419
372
5–9
479
302
10–14
389
100
15–19
128
231
20–24
298
744
25–34
957
596
35–44
766
593
45–54
762
220
55–59
283
220
60–64
282
271
65–74
348
109
75–84
140
41
85+
53
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Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 182,47626.3%
18 and over6,95373.7%
65 and over96210.2%
Median age34.9 years

Race & ethnicity

White 62.5%
Black or African American 25.7%
Asian 6.2%
Two or more races 2.5%
Hispanic or Latino 1.4%
Other race 1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.6%
GroupCount%
White5,97962.5%
Black or African American2,45325.7%
Asian5936.2%
Two or more races2392.5%
Hispanic or Latino1331.4%
Other race1071.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native580.6%

Household income

Under $10k 6.4%
$10k–$15k 5.6%
$15k–$25k 4.4%
$25k–$35k 4.9%
$35k–$50k 4.4%
$50k–$75k 16.7%
$75k–$100k 18.5%
$100k–$150k 19.6%
$150k–$200k 9.3%
$200k+ 10.2%
Range% of households
Under $10k6.4%
$10k–$15k5.6%
$15k–$25k4.4%
$25k–$35k4.9%
$35k–$50k4.4%
$50k–$75k16.7%
$75k–$100k18.5%
$100k–$150k19.6%
$150k–$200k9.3%
$200k+10.2%
Median income$88,817

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.3%
$50k–$100k 1.9%
$100k–$150k 1.0%
$150k–$200k 24.8%
$200k–$300k 31.2%
$300k–$500k 18.8%
$500k–$1M 18.6%
$1M+ 2.6%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$248,900
Median rent / month$1,400
Owner occupied49.7%
Renter occupied50.3%
Vacant5.0%
Single-family detached55.6%
Large apartment buildings7.2%
Mobile homes1.0%
Median rooms5.3
Avg household size (owned)2.56

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–201922.0%
2000–200922.3%
1990–199929.5%
1980–198914.8%
1970–19797.6%
1960–19692.2%
1950–19591.6%
1940–19490.0%
1939 or earlier0.0%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.5%
1 bedroom10.0%
2 bedrooms31.4%
3 bedrooms36.6%
4 bedrooms13.8%
5+ bedrooms7.7%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle1.3%
1 vehicle33.5%
2 vehicles50.3%
3 or more14.8%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas42.4%
Electricity52.4%
Propane / LP gas4.1%
No fuel used1.1%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family1,86549.4%
Cohabiting couple1443.8%
Male householder, no spouse55414.7%
Female householder, no spouse1,21232.1%
Households with children under 181,22032.3%
Households with seniors (65+)75019.9%
Average household size2.45

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married30.6%23.9%
Married59.2%55.9%
Separated1.5%3.2%
Widowed2.2%6.0%
Divorced6.5%11.0%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.3%
Some HS, no diploma 2.2%
HS graduate 15.2%
Some college, no degree 24.3%
Associate's degree 5.4%
Bachelor's degree 27.0%
Graduate / professional 25.5%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher97.4%
Bachelor's or higher52.5%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool30510.8%
Kindergarten602.1%
Elementary school1,44651.4%
High school2308.2%
College / grad school77427.5%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 33.0%
Professional & management 10.4%
Finance & real estate 10.3%
Retail trade 9.7%
Public administration 8.8%
Transportation & utilities 6.1%
Arts, food & hospitality 5.7%
Manufacturing 5.6%
Wholesale trade 4.2%
Other services 3.0%
Information 1.6%
Construction 1.2%
Agriculture & mining 0.5%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts58.4%
Service8.8%
Sales & office22.0%
Natural resources & construction3.7%
Production & transportation7.1%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector63.9%
Government32.7%
Self-employed3.4%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone76.6%
Carpool12.7%
Public transit0.0%
Walk2.5%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)21.6

Poverty

All people 16.6%
Under 18 years 27.1%
18 and over 12.8%
Married-couple families 0.0%
Female-led households 37.1%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security22.3%
Retirement income17.0%
Supplemental Security0.4%
Cash public assistance0.6%
Food stamps / SNAP6.5%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure29.5%
High cholesterol30.3%
Heart disease4.0%
Stroke2.1%
Asthma9.2%
Arthritis19.4%
Kidney disease2.0%
Pulmonary disease4.3%
Cancer4.6%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking17.0%
No physical activity21.3%
Less than 7 hrs sleep31.8%
Fair or poor health11.5%
Poor mental health14.3%
Poor physical health7.3%
No health insurance14.5%
Visited doctor (checkup)76.6%
Visited dentist65.4%
Cholesterol screening87.9%
Teeth loss11.5%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans3825.5%
Disability%
Any disability4.4%
Under 180.6%
18–64 years3.7%
65 and over18.4%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance82.0%
Public insurance24.1%
Uninsured under 194.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only8,68492.1%
Spanish2312.7%
Other Indo-European310.4%
Asian & Pacific Islander1001.2%
Other languages1001.2%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)8,83393.7%
Born in same state8,78293.1%
Born in different state6,45768.5%
Foreign born510.5%
Naturalized citizen5966.3%
Not a US citizen10417.4%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Arab1,72518.3%
French1,00410.6%
AncestryCount%
Italian3503.7%
English40%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access40.0%
Internet access98.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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