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38242

Tennessee · 19,293 residents · 175.469 sq mi
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ZIP 38242 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $47,938. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $173,600. With a median age of 44.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 7 ZIP codes in Henry County, 38242 ranks 6th by median household income.

$47,938
US average: $82,259
$173,600
US average: $376,019
20.7%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
20.0%
Age 65+
24.4%
47.9%
52.1%
2.40 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic82.3%(15,872)
Black9.4%(1,813)
Hispanic / Latino3.1%(598)
Asian0.5%(101)
Other4.7%(909)
Diversity Score38.9%(7,504)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Henry County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST6TH OF 7HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
38222$54,471
38224$58,182
38231$37,188
38236$63,598
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 38242?

ZIP code 38242 has about 19,293 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 38242?

The typical household in ZIP code 38242 earns about $47,938 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 38242 expensive?

In ZIP code 38242, the median home is worth about $173,600, and the typical rent is about $782 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 38242?

About 20.7% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 38242 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 38242?

About 19.7% of people in ZIP code 38242 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Henry County
Other ZIP codes in Henry County
ZIP 38251ZIP 38256ZIP 38222ZIP 38231ZIP 38236ZIP 38224

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