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ZIP 39701

Part of Columbus, MS
Pop. 11,958·Lowndes County·36th most expensive ZIP in Mississippi
Median rent (all units)
$1,108/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.4%
vs US Median
-$857
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ZIP 39701 · $1,108
More affordable than 95% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$740
1 BR
$750
2 BR
$880
3 BR
$1,200
4 BR+
$1,270
Research median
$880/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
$13,296/yr
At $1,108/mo median
Location
StateMS
CountyLowndes County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -6.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 39701 (Columbus, MS) is majority renter-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
11,958
Median income
$32,599
Median age
45.1
Renters
57.1%
Age distribution
19%
23.9%
20.3%
13.6%
23.2%
Under 1819%
18–3423.9%
35–5420.3%
55–6413.6%
65+23.2%
Gender
48.4%
51.6%
Male48.4%
Female51.6%
Race & ethnicity
28.9%
64.9%
White28.9%
Black64.9%
Hispanic2%
Asian0.7%
Other3.5%
Education (25+)
16.4%
38.1%
24.1%
21.4%
No HS diploma16.4%
HS diploma38.1%
Some college24.1%
Bachelor's+21.4%
Housing tenure
42.9%
57.1%
Owner42.9%
Renter57.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 39701 in Columbus, MS has changed in 5 years

Income
$21,151 → $32,599
up 54.1%
Population
12,721 → 11,958
down 6.0%
Renter share
52.5% → 57.1%
+4.6 pts
Bachelor's+
22.9% → 21.4%
-1.5 pts
Median age
43 → 45.1
+2.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 39701 in Columbus, MS now reports about $32,599, up from $21,151 in 2021. Census counts show ZIP 39701 in Columbus, MS losing about 763 residents over the five-year window, down 6.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 52.5% to 57.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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About renting in ZIP 39701

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 39701 covers Columbus, MS. The median rent here is $1,108/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $750/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $880/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($32,599/yr), ZIP 39701 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 39701?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 39701 (Columbus, MS) is $1,108. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 39701 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 39701's median rent of $1,108/mo is $857 (44%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 39701 compare to other ZIPs in Mississippi?

ZIP 39701 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Mississippi, ranking #36 out of 38 ZIPs at $1,108/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 39701?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $44,000/year (~$21/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,108/mo in ZIP 39701. The local median household income is $32,599/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 39701?

Rent in ZIP 39701 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 39701 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 39701 is considered stretched for renters. At $1,108/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($32,599/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 39701 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 39701 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 57.1% of ZIP 39701 households are renters, while 42.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 39701 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 39701 compare to the rest of Columbus?

ZIP 39701 is more affordable than Columbus overall. At $1,108/mo, it's $280 below the Columbus citywide median of $1,388/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 39701 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 39701 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
41%
STRETCHED

At $1,108/mo, rent takes ~41% of ZIP 39701's median household income ($32,599/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 39701 41%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.7%
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