| ZIP Code | 37217 |
|---|---|
| City | Nashville |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Davidson County |
| Area Code | 615/629 |
| Elevation | 595 ft |
| Latitude | 36.108666 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.656722 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 18.4% ▲ 84% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.2% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 447 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,569 (31.5%) |
| Some College | 1,584 (9%) |
| Associates | 2,274 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,474 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,343 (35.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,529 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $279,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 64% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,313/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,168 |
| Vacant Units | 1,550 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,168 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,550 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 37217 is located in Nashville, Tennessee, within Davidson County. With a population of 31,440, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.4 years. Economically, 37217 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,529 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37217 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $279,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,313 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.9%) and renters (55.1%). Median home values have increased by 64% since 2019.
The population of 37217 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 37.5%. Residents are well-educated — 44.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.4%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37217 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 37217 in Nashville, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 31,440 residents, a median household income of $61,529, and a median home value of $279,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.