Real Estate Investing in Ethel, Mississippi (39067)

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Attala County • Population: 1,072 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 39067 (Ethel, MS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (57/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 49.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $117,072
Avg Monthly Rent $1,071
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $48,364
% Renters 14.4%

Market Analysis: 39067 Ethel

ZIP 39067 inside Attala County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $117K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 39067 reports the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Nearby ZIPs in Ethel have seen price recovery that 39067 has not matched. Attala County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

A significant renter share of 14% in 39067 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

appears to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Ethel:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 69/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.4× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,071/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$125K$120K$115K$110K$105K$99KFeb 2021Nov 2023Jul 2026

📊 How Does 39067 Compare?

Metric 39067 Ethel Mississippi
Home Value $117,072 $117,072 $186,446
5-Year CAGR 2.0% 2.0% 4.0%
Avg Rent $1,071 $1,071 -
Cap Rate 7.1% 7.1% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
7.1%
Good
5yr Growth
+2.0%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $117,072
Monthly Rent $1,071
Price-to-Rent 9.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 11.0%
Cap Rate 7.1%
5-Year IRR 9.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR -1.4% ▼
5-Year CAGR +2.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Neutral Leverage Cap Rate: 7.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage is roughly neutral here.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) is close to the estimated cap rate (7.1%). Financing this market at current rates produces a cash-on-cash return near the cap rate. Appreciation and tax benefits may still support the investment.

⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
49.1%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 39067

Population: 1,072

💰 Median Household Income
$48,364
This area
$48,364
State
$48,827
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.4%
This area
14.4%
State
27.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.3%
This area
3.3%
State
-17.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
2.8%
This area
2.8%
State
-11.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
46.1 years
This area
46.1 years
State
10.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
49.1%
This area
49.1%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 84.7%
Black/African American 11.7%
Other/Mixed 3.6%
👶 Under 18
25.5%
This area
25.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
18.0%
This area
18.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
15.6%
This area
15.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 39067

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
12.5:1 Avg Class Size
$16,269 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

ETHEL ATTENDANCE CENTER

📚 07 – 12 High School
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260 Students
👨‍🏫
12.5:1 Class Size
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$16,269 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much should I expect to pay for a home in Ethel, MS?

Median home price in Ethel, MS is near $117K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been consistent and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

Does house hacking make sense in Ethel, MS?

House hacking in Ethel, MS is a challenging. With home values around $117K and rents at $1,071/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

Is the tenant base reliable in Ethel, MS?

Ethel, MS draws a predictable base of working renters. Demand at the $1,071/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

What do rentals go for in Ethel, MS?

Rent in Ethel, MS is around $1,071/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $117K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Ethel, MS?

Rental owners in Ethel, MS deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

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