Mize ZIP Codes — Smith County, MS

There is one unique ZIP code in Mize, Mississippi and it is 39116. Area code: 601.
1
ZIP codes
85.51
sq mi land
0.07
sq mi water
601
area code
Mize, MS ZIP code map

About Mize, MS

Mize is a charming town located in Smith County, Mississippi. Nestled within the scenic landscape of the Pine Belt region, this small city boasts a unique blend of Southern culture and community spirit. With its rich history and friendly inhabitants, Mize offers a welcoming atmosphere for both residents and visitors alike.

Location & geography

Mize is strategically situated in central Mississippi, making it accessible from various surrounding areas. The town is approximately 16 miles from the larger city of Laurel and about 23 miles from Hattiesburg, providing easy access to urban amenities. Covering a land area of 85.51 square miles, Mize features rolling terrain, with a minor water area of 0.07 square miles.

Community & economy

The character of Mize is defined by its close-knit community and friendly atmosphere, where neighbors know each other by name. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and small businesses that cater to the needs of residents. Daily life in Mize revolves around community activities, local events, and strong ties to family and tradition.

Transportation

Mize is accessible via several highways, including Mississippi Highway 35, which runs through the center of town. The nearest regional airport is Laurel-Hattiesburg Regional Airport, located approximately 20 miles away, providing connectivity for longer distance travel.

History

Mize was founded in the late 19th century and has since developed a reputation for its agricultural contributions, particularly in timber and farming. Over the years, the town has seen various notable events that have shaped its growth and community identity, including the establishment of schools and local businesses that fostered development.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Mize is that it is home to the Mississippi School for the Deaf, which caters to students across the state. Additionally, Mize is known for its vibrant community festivals that celebrate local culture and heritage.

ZIP codes for Mize, MS (1)
ZIP code City County Map
39116 Mize Smith View map

Demographics & statistics

2,660
Population
43.9
Median age
$59,888
Median household income
$24,188
Per capita income
$123,700
Median home value
$904
Median monthly rent
89.7%
Home ownership
8.6%
Poverty rate
3.9%
Unemployment
996
Housing units
14.0%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
51
Under 5
48
130
5–9
122
158
10–14
149
40
15–19
38
71
20–24
67
122
25–34
114
155
35–44
145
268
45–54
251
73
55–59
69
45
60–64
43
199
65–74
186
47
75–84
45
12
85+
12
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1873327.6%
18 and over1,92772.4%
65 and over50118.8%
Median age43.9 years

Race & ethnicity

White 93.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 2%
Asian 1.8%
Black or African American 1.7%
Two or more races 0.8%
GroupCount%
White2,49393.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander532%
Asian471.8%
Black or African American461.7%
Two or more races210.8%

Household income

Under $10k 6.7%
$10k–$15k 11.9%
$15k–$25k 11.7%
$25k–$35k 3.0%
$35k–$50k 7.9%
$50k–$75k 25.8%
$75k–$100k 20.5%
$100k–$150k 7.5%
$150k–$200k 1.5%
$200k+ 3.4%
Range% of households
Under $10k6.7%
$10k–$15k11.9%
$15k–$25k11.7%
$25k–$35k3.0%
$35k–$50k7.9%
$50k–$75k25.8%
$75k–$100k20.5%
$100k–$150k7.5%
$150k–$200k1.5%
$200k+3.4%
Median income$59,888

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 19.4%
$50k–$100k 13.9%
$100k–$150k 24.8%
$150k–$200k 25.8%
$200k–$300k 11.4%
$300k–$500k 4.6%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$123,700
Median rent / month$904
Owner occupied89.7%
Renter occupied10.3%
Vacant14.9%
Single-family detached70.1%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes28.4%
Median rooms6.7
Avg household size (owned)2.71

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–201913.1%
2000–200913.8%
1990–199916.0%
1980–198910.2%
1970–197921.6%
1960–196910.6%
1950–19595.3%
1940–19499.3%
1939 or earlier0.0%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom3.0%
2 bedrooms7.4%
3 bedrooms62.5%
4 bedrooms27.1%
5+ bedrooms0.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle14.2%
1 vehicle28.0%
2 vehicles26.4%
3 or more31.4%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas9.0%
Electricity64.8%
Propane / LP gas26.2%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family49853.6%
Cohabiting couple262.8%
Male householder, no spouse16517.8%
Female householder, no spouse24025.8%
Households with children under 1825627.6%
Households with seniors (65+)33235.7%
Average household size2.86

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married19.2%7.5%
Married66.0%65.0%
Separated2.6%0.2%
Widowed4.3%22.0%
Divorced7.9%5.3%

Education

Less than 9th grade 8.7%
Some HS, no diploma 8.3%
HS graduate 40.2%
Some college, no degree 14.9%
Associate's degree 13.8%
Bachelor's degree 6.9%
Graduate / professional 7.1%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher82.9%
Bachelor's or higher14.0%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool30.5%
Kindergarten172.9%
Elementary school41871.0%
High school11118.8%
College / grad school406.8%

Employment

Industry of employment

Agriculture & mining 16.0%
Manufacturing 13.5%
Retail trade 13.5%
Transportation & utilities 12.4%
Education & healthcare 11.4%
Construction 9.5%
Professional & management 7.7%
Other services 7.5%
Finance & real estate 5.7%
Information 2.2%
Public administration 0.7%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts37.5%
Service3.6%
Sales & office29.6%
Natural resources & construction19.2%
Production & transportation10.2%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector74.9%
Government15.3%
Self-employed9.8%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone82.9%
Carpool2.1%
Public transit0.0%
Walk4.2%
Other means0.4%
Avg commute (minutes)27.0

Poverty

All people 8.6%
Under 18 years 2.2%
18 and over 11.1%
Married-couple families 0.0%
Female-led households 5.9%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security38.5%
Retirement income29.5%
Supplemental Security7.4%
Cash public assistance0.2%
Food stamps / SNAP1.2%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure40.5%
High cholesterol37.3%
Heart disease7.5%
Stroke3.8%
Asthma9.7%
Arthritis29.3%
Kidney disease3.1%
Pulmonary disease8.8%
Cancer6.5%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking14.3%
No physical activity29.8%
Less than 7 hrs sleep30.7%
Fair or poor health20.2%
Poor mental health15.4%
Poor physical health12.0%
No health insurance19.7%
Visited doctor (checkup)75.8%
Visited dentist54.3%
Cholesterol screening87.5%
Teeth loss18.9%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans1578.1%
Disability%
Any disability29.2%
Under 1816.2%
18–64 years29.7%
65 and over47.1%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance53.5%
Public insurance44.3%
Uninsured under 197.6%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only2,56196.3%
Spanish361.4%
Other Indo-European150.6%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages210.8%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)2,57997.0%
Born in same state2,57997.0%
Born in different state2,02075.9%
Foreign born00.0%
Naturalized citizen813.0%
Not a US citizen4049.4%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Arab96236.2%
Italian2288.6%
French1375.2%
AncestryCount%
English672.5%
Irish20.1%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access34.9%
Internet access82.1%

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

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