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38127

Tennessee · 39,541 residents · 37.8 sq mi
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ZIP 38127 is a ZIP code of 39,541 people in Shelby County. 37.7% of people in this ZIP code live below the federal poverty line. 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree, below the 36% national rate. 42% of homes are owner-occupied. The median age is 30.9, younger than the US median of 38.9. Median home value sits at $90,300. Among the 32 ZIP codes in Shelby County, 38127 ranks 26th by median household income.

$36,901
US average: $82,259
$18,421
US average: $44,673
$90,300
US average: $376,019
11.0%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
37.8 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Under 18
33.6%
Age 65+
11.9%
43.3%
56.7%
2.73 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic8.2%(3,229)
Black86.9%(34,367)
Hispanic / Latino2.9%(1,158)
Asian0.2%(68)
Other1.8%(719)
30
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
2.4
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Within Shelby County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST26TH OF 32HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
38002$116,895
38016$76,569
38017$138,677
38018$90,004
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 38127?

ZIP code 38127 has about 39,541 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 38127?

The typical household in ZIP code 38127 earns about $36,901 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 38127 expensive?

In ZIP code 38127, the median home is worth about $90,300, and the typical rent is about $1,160 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 38127?

About 11.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 38127 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 38127?

About 37.7% of people in ZIP code 38127 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024