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38556

Tennessee · 12,936 residents · 315.884 sq mi
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ZIP 38556 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $45,443. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $160,700. With a median age of 48.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 5 ZIP codes in Fentress County, 38556 ranks 4th by median household income.

$45,443
US average: $82,259
$160,700
US average: $376,019
14.3%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
17.2%
Age 65+
24.7%
48.5%
51.5%
2.35 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic96%(12,418)
Black0.2%(29)
Hispanic / Latino1.3%(166)
Asian0.1%(11)
Other2.4%(312)
Diversity Score9.7%(1,257)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Fentress County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST4TH OF 5HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
38504$43,542
38553$63,500
38565$51,635
38589$58,750
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 38556?

ZIP code 38556 has about 12,936 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 38556?

The typical household in ZIP code 38556 earns about $45,443 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 38556 expensive?

In ZIP code 38556, the median home is worth about $160,700, and the typical rent is about $634 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 38556?

About 14.3% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 38556 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 38556?

About 23.9% of people in ZIP code 38556 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Fentress County
Other ZIP codes in Fentress County
ZIP 38553ZIP 38565ZIP 38504ZIP 38589

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