The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 39090 sells for about $160,000, or $89 per square foot.
Prices are up +28.46% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $822 a month.
ZIP 39090 — Kosciusko
The housing market in 39090 is characterized by low inventory and modest price growth, reflecting a stable but slow-moving rural economy. Median home values remain significantly lower than national averages, providing an affordable entry point for local residents. Market activity is limited, with few new listings and a reliance on existing housing stock.
This ZIP is best suited for local families and individuals seeking affordable housing in a rural Mississippi setting, rather than commuters or investors looking for high-growth urban markets.
Median prices moved up 28.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
6% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.7% · poverty 20.6% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 1.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 39090, Attala County MS
The area is served by the Kosciusko School District, which provides public education for the local community.
The region is subject to standard Mississippi climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing and agricultural sectors in Attala County, with limited large-scale commercial development.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Mississippi) — Ad Valorem Property Tax: Formula: (True Value × Assessment Ratio) × Millage Rate = Taxes. Class I (single-family owner-occupied) is assessed at a 10% ratio. Homestead exemptions for homeowners over 65 or disabled provide an exemption on the first $7,500 of assessed value.
The average commute time is approximately 37.8 minutes, reflecting the rural nature of the area and reliance on personal vehicles for travel to employment hubs.
Local amenities include parks and recreational facilities within Kosciusko, providing basic outdoor space and community gathering areas.
The rental market is characterized by a 30.4% renter share and a vacancy rate of approximately 17.1%, with rents generally ranging between $500 and $900.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, agriculture, and local government services within Attala County.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with limited public transit options available in this rural geography.
No major large-scale commercial or residential developments are currently reported for this ZIP code.
The Attala County Tax Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to county-level property taxes and the Kosciusko School District levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather risks, including wind and storm exposure.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and SimpleMaps 2026 releases.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Provides local green space and community recreation.
Serves as a community resource and information hub.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.