| ZIP Code | 37212 |
|---|---|
| City | Nashville |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Davidson County |
| Area Code | 615/629 |
| Elevation | 624 ft |
| Latitude | 36.133773 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.801688 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 24.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.89 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 80.2% ▲ 107% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 783 (9.4%) |
| Some College | 296 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 525 (6.3%) |
| Bachelors | 207 (2.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,460 (77.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,461 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $928,500 ▲ 233% above avg ↑ 65% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,565/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,306 |
| Vacant Units | 1,495 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,306 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,495 |
| Owner Occupied | 41.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
ZIP code 37212 is located in Nashville, Tennessee, within Davidson County. With a population of 20,046, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 24.1 years. Economically, 37212 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,461 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37212 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $928,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,565 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.8%) and renters (58.2%). Median home values have increased by 65% since 2019.
The population of 37212 is primarily White (71.16%). Residents are highly educated — 80.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37212 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 46%.
Overall, ZIP code 37212 in Nashville, TN is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a young community. With 20,046 residents, a median household income of $86,461, and a median home value of $928,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.