The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 39440 sells for about $111,342, or $118 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.63% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 57 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $917 a month.
ZIP 39440 — Laurel
The housing market in 39440 is characterized by affordable pricing and a steady inventory of single-family homes. Market conditions remain stable with moderate demand, driven by local employment and the area's status as a regional hub in Jones County.
This ZIP code is well-suited for families and individuals seeking affordable housing options in a small-town setting with established residential neighborhoods.
Median prices moved up 8.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 57 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 25.9% — a mixed stability profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 39440, Jones County MS
Schools in the Laurel area are served by the Laurel School District, which provides public education for the city's residents.
The area is subject to standard regional climate risks for south-central Mississippi, including potential for severe storms and wind events.
Laurel serves as a regional hub in Jones County with a mix of local industry and retail, supported by its status as a primary residential and commercial center for the area.
Property taxes in this jurisdiction are assessed at an effective rate of approximately 0.9%, which is slightly higher than the Mississippi state average.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to local highway corridors connecting to broader Jones County employment centers.
The area features local parks and community spaces within Laurel, providing residents with access to outdoor recreation and neighborhood amenities.
The rental market in 39440 includes a significant share of renter-occupied housing, with approximately 41% of units being renter-occupied.
The local economy is anchored by regional retail, services, and manufacturing sectors within the Laurel and Jones County area.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, serving as the main transit corridor for the city and surrounding county.
Development activity is focused on maintaining the existing residential character and supporting local commercial infrastructure.
The Jones County appraisal district manages property assessments for the area.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal and county tax levies, including school district funding.
Property insurance premiums in this region are influenced by regional weather patterns and hazard exposure common to south-central Mississippi.
Data retrieved from census.gov and local market reports.
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.
- Landrum's Homestead & Village4.85.5 mi
- Landrum's Homestead & Village4.85.5 mi
- Lauren Rogers Museum of Art4.80.5 mi
- Country Lanes Bowling4.43.9 mi
- Daphne Park4.20.2 mi
- Bolton Home Town Tour4.90.7 mi
- Landrum's Homestead & Village4.85.5 mi
- Lauren Rogers Museum of Art4.80.5 mi
- Veterans Memorial Museum4.92.2 mi
- Daphne Park4.20.2 mi
- Bogue Homa State Lake4.36.6 mi
- Gardiner Park4.20.5 mi
- Laurel Dog Park4.41 mi
- Sawmill Square Mall3.80.6 mi
- Corner Market4.47.7 mi
- Belk4.10.5 mi
- Dollar General4.17.4 mi
- Grocery Depot4.31.5 mi
- Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport4.419.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features historic architecture and local heritage sites.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.