| ZIP Code | 37138 |
|---|---|
| City | Old Hickory |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Davidson County |
| Area Code | 615/629 |
| Elevation | 445 ft |
| Latitude | 36.237708 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.60703 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.6% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 231 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,545 (21.8%) |
| Some College | 2,034 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 2,380 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,455 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,607 (40.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,450 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $347,500 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,427/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,905 |
| Vacant Units | 449 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,905 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 449 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 37138 is located in Old Hickory, Tennessee, within Davidson County. With a population of 22,539, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.1 years. Economically, 37138 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,450 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37138 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $347,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,427 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 37138 is primarily White (80.27%). Residents are well-educated — 49.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37138 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 37138 in Old Hickory, TN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,539 residents, a median household income of $87,450, and a median home value of $347,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.