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ZIP 39204

Part of Jackson, MS
Pop. 13,249·Hinds County·34th most expensive ZIP in Mississippi
Median rent (all units)
$1,149/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.0%
Month-over-Month
-0.9%
vs US Median
-$816
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ZIP 39204 · $1,149
More affordable than 94% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$910
1 BR
$920
2 BR
$1,080
3 BR
$1,290
4 BR+
$1,430
Research median
$1,080/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$13,788/yr
At $1,149/mo median
Location
StateMS
CountyHinds County
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.0% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 39204 (Jackson, MS) is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,249
Median income
$30,237
Median age
31.5
Renters
66.3%
Age distribution
28.6%
24.5%
23.6%
Under 1828.6%
18–3424.5%
35–5423.6%
55–6411.9%
65+11.3%
Gender
50.5%
49.5%
Male50.5%
Female49.5%
Race & ethnicity
88%
White3.8%
Black88%
Hispanic3.4%
Other4.8%
Education (25+)
20%
28.5%
37.1%
14.4%
No HS diploma20%
HS diploma28.5%
Some college37.1%
Bachelor's+14.4%
Housing tenure
33.7%
66.3%
Owner33.7%
Renter66.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 39204 in Jackson, MS has changed in 5 years

Income
$28,279 → $30,237
up 6.9%
Population
14,713 → 13,249
down 10.0%
Renter share
65.9% → 66.3%
+0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
14.6% → 14.4%
-0.2 pts

Household income in the area moved from $28,279 to $30,237 across the same window, up 6.9% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 14,713 to 13,249 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.0% change.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 39204 covers Jackson, MS. The median rent here is $1,149/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $920/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,080/mo.

At 46% of local median household income ($30,237/yr), ZIP 39204 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 39204?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 39204 (Jackson, MS) is $1,149. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 39204 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 39204's median rent of $1,149/mo is $816 (42%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 39204 compare to other ZIPs in Mississippi?

ZIP 39204 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Mississippi, ranking #34 out of 38 ZIPs at $1,149/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 39204?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $46,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,149/mo in ZIP 39204. The local median household income is $30,237/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 39204?

Rent in ZIP 39204 has increased 2.0% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 39204 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 39204 is considered stretched for renters. At $1,149/mo, rent takes approximately 46% of the local median household income ($30,237/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 39204 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 39204 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 66.3% of ZIP 39204 households are renters, while 33.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 39204 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 39204 compare to the rest of Jackson?

ZIP 39204 is more affordable than Jackson overall. At $1,149/mo, it's $121 below the Jackson citywide median of $1,270/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 39204 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 39204 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
46%
STRETCHED

At $1,149/mo, rent takes ~46% of ZIP 39204's median household income ($30,237/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 39204 46%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.7%
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