ZIP Code 39705: Columbus, Mississippi
Columbus, MS uses ZIP code 39705, which falls within Lowndes County, Mississippi. Its reference point is at latitude 33.5508 and longitude -88.4865 (33°33'02.9"N 88°29'11.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 39705
Columbus, MS has 6 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 39705, they include 39701, 39702, 39703, 39704, 39710.
Across Lowndes County there are 10 ZIP codes listed, and Mississippi has 552 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 39710 in Columbus, MS, about 2.8 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 39705 |
|---|---|
| City | Columbus |
| County | Lowndes County |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| Latitude | 33.5508 |
| Longitude | -88.4865 |
| DMS | 33°33'02.9"N 88°29'11.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 39710 (Columbus, 2.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 39705
Map centered on 33.5508, -88.4865. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Columbus, MS
Video: Columbus, MS
Small Town Exploring in Historic Columbus Mississippi | Abandoned Places, Blues History & More — by World of Micah · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 39705
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 39705, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 39705, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Steens, MS (9.2 mi east), Mayhew, MS (10 mi southwest) and West Point, MS (12 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Steens, MS – 9.2 mi east
- Mayhew, MS – 10 mi southwest
- West Point, MS – 12 mi northwest
- Artesia, MS – 13 mi southwest
- Caledonia, MS – 14 mi northeast
- Crawford, MS – 16 mi south
- Millport, AL – 17 mi east
- Montpelier, MS – 17 mi northwest
- Hamilton, MS – 17 mi north
- Mississippi State, MS – 18 mi southwest
Schools Near Columbus, MS
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 39705 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Columbus and Lowndes County.
Searching nearby communities such as Steens and Mayhew can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 39705.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Columbus, MS are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 39705.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Columbus, MS can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 39705 may also use facilities in nearby Steens, Mayhew and West Point.
Shopping and Dining in Columbus
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 39705 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Columbus, Mississippi can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 39705.
To research local history, try searching for Lowndes County records and archives along with the name Columbus.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 39705, Steens lies about 9.2 mi to the east, Mayhew lies about 10 mi to the southwest, West Point lies about 12 mi to the northwest, Artesia lies about 13 mi to the southwest and Caledonia lies about 14 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Columbus show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 39705
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Waverly Bridge, Westpoint, MS”): BryanONealSnow, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Waverly Mansion (2), Westpoint, MS”): BryanONealSnow, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Waverly Mansion, Westpoint, MS”): BryanONealSnow, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Small Town Exploring in Historic Columbus Mississippi | Abandoned Places, Blues History & More” by World of Micah, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 39705 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.