Jackson ZIP Codes — Hinds County, MS

There are 27 unique ZIP codes in Jackson, Mississippi. Area code: 601/769.

ZIP codes

162.43

sq mi land

2.36

sq mi water

601/769

area code

Jackson, MS ZIP code map

About Jackson, MS

Jackson, Mississippi, is the state capital and a vibrant hub of culture and history. Located in Hinds County, Jackson serves as a focal point for politics and commerce in Mississippi. Its rich heritage is reflected in its museums, historic sites, and diverse community.

Location & geography

Jackson is situated in central Mississippi and is surrounded by several nearby cities, including Clinton 10 miles to the west, Flowood 8 miles to the east, Madison 12 miles to the north, and Pearl 9 miles to the southeast. The city covers a land area of 192.04 square miles and has a water area of 2.74 square miles. The terrain includes a mix of urban and suburban landscapes, with the Pearl River running through its heart.

Community & economy

The character of Jackson is defined by its friendly residents and a rich tapestry of cultural influences. Key industries in the area include healthcare, education, and government, with a robust presence of Jackson State University contributing to the city's vibrancy. Daily life in Jackson is filled with community events, local dining options, and festivals that celebrate the city's diverse heritage.

Transportation

Jackson is served by major highways including Interstate 20, which runs east-west, and Interstate 55, which connects north to Memphis and south to New Orleans. The nearest airports are Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport, providing both domestic and limited international flights. Public transit options include a city bus system that facilitates transportation within the metropolitan area.

History

Jackson was founded in 1821 and named after Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States. The city quickly became a political center due to its location and was pivotal during the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s, witnessing many historic events. Key industries during its development included agriculture and trade, which have evolved into a more diverse economic base today.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Jackson is that it is home to the only remaining structure from the original Mississippi State Penitentiary, which is now a museum. Additionally, Jackson is recognized for its vibrant arts scene, including the annual Mississippi Book Festival that attracts authors and readers from across the region.

ZIP codes for Jackson, MS (27)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
39201	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39202	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39203	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39204	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39205	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39206	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39207	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39209	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39210	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39211	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39212	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39213	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39215	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39216	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39217	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39225	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39236	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39250	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39269	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39271	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39282	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39283	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39284	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39286	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39289	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39296	Jackson	Hinds	View map
39298	Jackson	Rankin	View map

Demographics & statistics

151,458

Population

35.2

Median age

$43,323

Median household income

$26,116

Per capita income

$111,520

Median home value

$987

Median monthly rent

40.7%

Home ownership

25.7%

Poverty rate

8.7%

Unemployment

43,923

Housing units

36.1%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

4,545

Under 5

5,613

4,424

5–9

5,464

4,892

10–14

6,040

4,527

15–19

5,590

5,068

20–24

6,258

10,317

25–34

12,741

8,396

35–44

10,367

7,544

45–54

9,315

3,879

55–59

4,789

4,311

60–64

5,324

6,210

65–74

7,669

2,676

75–84

3,305

982

85+

1,212

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	37,266	20.7%
18 and over	114,192	79.3%
65 and over	22,054	14.8%
Median age	35.2 years

Race & ethnicity

Black or African American 80.8%

White 15.2%

Two or more races 1.8%

Hispanic or Latino 1.2%

Other race 0.5%

Asian 0.3%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.2%

Group	Count	%
Black or African American	123,875	80.8%
White	23,288	15.2%
Two or more races	2,688	1.8%
Hispanic or Latino	1,834	1.2%
Other race	773	0.5%
Asian	473	0.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native	355	0.2%

Household income

Under $10k 10.1%

$10k–$15k 8.8%

$15k–$25k 12.0%

$25k–$35k 11.8%

$35k–$50k 14.7%

$50k–$75k 15.4%

$75k–$100k 13.6%

$100k–$150k 7.9%

$150k–$200k 2.7%

$200k+ 3.1%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	10.1%
$10k–$15k	8.8%
$15k–$25k	12.0%
$25k–$35k	11.8%
$35k–$50k	14.7%
$50k–$75k	15.4%
$75k–$100k	13.6%
$100k–$150k	7.9%
$150k–$200k	2.7%
$200k+	3.1%
Median income	$43,323

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 23.1%

$50k–$100k 26.9%

$100k–$150k 16.8%

$150k–$200k 9.5%

$200k–$300k 11.8%

$300k–$500k 6.3%

$500k–$1M 4.4%

$1M+ 1.3%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$111,520
Median rent / month	$987
Owner occupied	40.7%
Renter occupied	59.3%
Vacant	18.5%
Single-family detached	55.3%
Large apartment buildings	16.2%
Mobile homes	1.3%
Median rooms	4.9
Avg household size (owned)	2.39

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.2%
2010–2019	3.9%
2000–2009	10.0%
1990–1999	5.5%
1980–1989	8.5%
1970–1979	20.4%
1960–1969	15.8%
1950–1959	20.0%
1940–1949	8.1%
1939 or earlier	7.7%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	2.5%
1 bedroom	17.5%
2 bedrooms	30.3%
3 bedrooms	35.8%
4 bedrooms	12.0%
5+ bedrooms	1.8%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	9.4%
1 vehicle	50.2%
2 vehicles	26.3%
3 or more	14.1%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	40.9%
Electricity	56.0%
Propane / LP gas	1.5%
Wood	0.3%
No fuel used	1.0%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	16,918	22.3%
Cohabiting couple	3,719	5.1%
Male householder, no spouse	13,575	23.7%
Female householder, no spouse	28,264	48.9%
Households with children under 18	17,958	24.1%
Households with seniors (65+)	16,350	24.9%
Average household size	2.15

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	47.9%	52.8%
Married	30.7%	23.3%
Separated	3.5%	4.1%
Widowed	3.2%	8.4%
Divorced	14.6%	11.5%

Education

Less than 9th grade 3.9%

Some HS, no diploma 9.1%

HS graduate 21.7%

Some college, no degree 22.2%

Associate's degree 7.0%

Bachelor's degree 17.9%

Graduate / professional 18.2%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	87.0%
Bachelor's or higher	36.1%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	3,389	7.2%
Kindergarten	1,750	3.8%
Elementary school	16,421	34.2%
High school	7,751	17.5%
College / grad school	10,461	37.4%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 26.5%

Retail trade 11.8%

Public administration 11.8%

Arts, food & hospitality 11.7%

Professional & management 8.7%

Manufacturing 6.7%

Other services 5.7%

Transportation & utilities 5.3%

Finance & real estate 4.9%

Construction 4.0%

Wholesale trade 1.4%

Information 1.2%

Agriculture & mining 0.4%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	38.0%
Service	22.0%
Sales & office	18.6%
Natural resources & construction	5.8%
Production & transportation	15.7%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	69.9%
Government	25.8%
Self-employed	4.2%
Unpaid family workers	0.1%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	76.9%
Carpool	12.2%
Public transit	0.7%
Walk	2.9%
Other means	0.7%
Avg commute (minutes)	18.8

Poverty

All people 25.7%

Under 18 years 34.3%

18 and over 22.5%

Married-couple families 6.7%

Female-led households 40.7%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	28.0%
Retirement income	16.9%
Supplemental Security	9.4%
Cash public assistance	2.6%
Food stamps / SNAP	17.6%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	44.2%
High cholesterol	30.8%
Heart disease	6.2%
Stroke	4.4%
Asthma	10.7%
Arthritis	25.5%
Kidney disease	3.5%
Pulmonary disease	6.9%
Cancer	4.9%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	12.0%
No physical activity	32.8%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	37.2%
Fair or poor health	22.8%
Poor mental health	16.5%
Poor physical health	11.6%
No health insurance	21.8%
Visited doctor (checkup)	79.4%
Visited dentist	53.3%
Cholesterol screening	88.2%
Teeth loss	21.8%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	5,765	4.7%

Disability	%
Any disability	14.7%
Under 18	4.0%
18–64 years	13.6%
65 and over	40.3%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	56.0%
Public insurance	40.2%
Uninsured under 19	4.8%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	141,300	94.6%
Spanish	1,476	0.8%
Other Indo-European	1,249	0.7%
Asian & Pacific Islander	121	0.1%
Other languages	70	0.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	149,442	98.6%
Born in same state	149,043	98.3%
Born in different state	126,959	80.5%
Foreign born	399	0.3%
Naturalized citizen	2,016	1.4%
Not a US citizen	551	36.8%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Arab	4,556	3%
French	4,364	2.9%
Italian	3,153	2.1%
English	234	0.2%

Ancestry	Count	%
German	110	0.1%
Polish	78	0.1%
Dutch	19	0%
Norwegian	5	0%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	46.7%
Internet access	90.7%

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

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Jackson, MS have?

Jackson, MS has 15 ZIP codes: 39201, 39202, 39203, 39204, 39206, 39209, 39210, 39211, 39212, 39213, 39216, 39217, 39250, 39269, and 39271. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.