Real Estate Investing in Macon, Mississippi (39341)

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Noxubee County • Population: 6,929 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 39341 (Macon, MS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (57/100)

Mixed — values have been flat. OK for long-horizon buyers, less attractive if you may need to sell soon.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

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
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 18.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Declining values: -2.9% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.
  • Elevated poverty: 22.5% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

• 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

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $108,876
Avg Monthly Rent $756
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $42,871
% Renters 27.7%

Market Analysis: 39341 Macon

From a cash-flow lens, ZIP 39341 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $109K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 39341 stands at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Statewide comparisons place 39341 among MS's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Employment concentration in 39341 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 39341 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Macon:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 57/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
0/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.5× the median income
Value Trend
Declining (-0.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $756/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$138K$130K$122K$113K$105K$97KFeb 2019Nov 2022Jul 2026

📊 How Does 39341 Compare?

Metric 39341 Macon Mississippi
Home Value $108,876 $108,876 $186,446
5-Year CAGR N/A N/A 4.0%
Avg Rent $756 $756 -
Cap Rate 5.4% 5.4% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.4%
Fair
5yr Growth
-2.9%
Declining

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $108,876
Monthly Rent $756
Price-to-Rent 12.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 8.3%
Cap Rate 5.4%
5-Year IRR 2.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year -0.9% ▼
3-Year CAGR -1.2% ▼
5-Year CAGR -2.9% ▼
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.4%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

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

Vacancy
18.2%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
-2.9%
Declining
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 39341

Population: 6,929

💰 Median Household Income
$42,871
This area
$42,871
State
$48,827
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
27.7%
This area
27.7%
State
27.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.9%
This area
5.9%
State
-17.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
16.7%
This area
16.7%
State
-11.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.9 years
This area
37.9 years
State
10.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
18.2%
This area
18.2%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
Black/African American 76.7%
White 22.3%
Other/Mixed 1.0%
Hispanic/Latino 0.3%
👶 Under 18
25.7%
This area
25.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
16.5%
This area
16.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
22.5%
This area
22.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 39341

B Avg School Grade
4 Schools
15.0:1 Avg Class Size
$12,708 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

NOXUBEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
421 Students
👨‍🏫
12.6:1 Class Size
💰
$12,708 Per Student
B+ Above Average

B F LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
294 Students
👨‍🏫
14.4:1 Class Size
💰
$12,708 Per Student
B Good

EARL NASH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
638 Students
👨‍🏫
18.0:1 Class Size
💰
$12,708 Per Student
C+ Average

NOXUBEE CO VOC TECH

📚 09 – 12 High School Limited Data
💰
$12,708 Per Student
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical renter like in Macon, MS?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Macon, MS. The rental market absorbs $756/mo rents without meaningful friction.

Is real estate in Macon, MS a good investment right now?

Macon, MS reports an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $109K and average rents around $756/mo. That combination puts it in the sturdy tier for investor interest.

How strict are landlord regulations in Macon, MS?

MS law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Macon inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

What do landlords charge for rent in Macon, MS?

Rental rates in Macon, MS average $756/mo. Tenant demand and $109K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

What are home prices like in Macon, MS?

Expect median prices around $109K in Macon, MS. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been predictable.

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