39402, Hattiesburg, MS

The 39402 zip code of Hattiesburg, MS is located in the southeastern region of the state and has a population of approximately 112,000. The median household income in this zip code is $41,000, which is lower than the statewide median household income of $51,046. The homeownership rate in this zip code is 68%, which is lower than the statewide homeownership rate of 73%. Approximately one-third (33%) of households in this zip code are renter-occupied while 66% are owner-occupied.

Home equity and home prices have been on a steady decline since 2007 when they peaked at their highest levels. In 2017, home equity decreased by 5% nationally and by 9% in Hattiesburg. Home prices have also decreased over the past few years; however, they remain higher than they were before the recession. In 2017, home prices in Hattiesburg were $128 per square foot, which was higher than the national average of $123 per square foot but lower than the statewide average of $134 per square foot.