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38138

Tennessee · 25,167 residents · 11.858 sq mi
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ZIP 38138 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $136,297. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $430,200. With a median age of 44.6, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Households here earn about 114% more than the Shelby County median. Among the 32 ZIP codes in Shelby County, 38138 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$136,297
US average: $82,259
$430,200
US average: $376,019
69.1%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
24.8%
Age 65+
26.8%
47.3%
52.7%
2.44 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic83.8%(21,086)
Black5.2%(1,315)
Hispanic / Latino2.3%(579)
Asian5.3%(1,323)
Other3.4%(864)
Diversity Score36.4%(9,149)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
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Affordability & inequality
Within Shelby County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD 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 38138?

ZIP code 38138 has about 25,167 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 38138?

The typical household in ZIP code 38138 earns about $136,297 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 38138 expensive?

In ZIP code 38138, the median home is worth about $430,200, and the typical rent is about $1,726 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 38138?

About 69.1% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 38138 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 38138?

About 3.6% of people in ZIP code 38138 live below the federal poverty line.

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