US ZIP Code
37217

Nashville, TN

Davidson County  ·  Tennessee

● Active
👥 31,440 Population ↑ 4% since 2019
💰 $61,529 Median HH Income
▼ 19% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
🎂 33.4 Median Age
🏠 $279,400 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 64% since 2019
🎓 44.2% College Grads
▲ 14% above avg
📊 5.1% Unemployment
≈ Avg ↑ 54% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code37217
CityNashville
StateTennessee (TN)
CountyDavidson County
Area Code615/629
Elevation595 ft
Latitude36.108666
Longitude-86.656722
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS47037
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.2% (16,097) Female 48.8% (15,343) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 37.5%Hispanic: 27.9%Black: 29.6%Asian: 1%Other: 3.8%Race
White37.5%
Hispanic27.9%
Black29.6%
Asian1.0%
Other3.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
8%
5–17
18%
18–24
9%
25–44
34%
45–64
22%
65+
4%

Key Indicators

Median Age33.4 yrs
Avg Household Size2.49
Below Poverty18.4% ▲ 84% above avg
College Grads44.2% ▲ 14% above avg
Unemployment5.1% ≈ Avg
No HS Diploma447 (2.5%)
HS Graduate5,569 (31.5%)
Some College1,584 (9%)
Associates2,274 (12.9%)
Bachelors1,474 (8.3%)
Graduate Degree6,343 (35.9%)

Education

No HS: 2.5%HS Grad: 31.5%Some College: 9%Associates: 12.9%Bachelors: 8.3%Graduate: 35.9%Edu
No HS2.5%
HS Grad31.5%
Some College9.0%
Associates12.9%
Bachelors8.3%
Graduate35.9%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 44.9%Renter: 55.1%Tenure
Owner44.9%
Renter55.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
4%
$150k–200k
7%
$200k–300k
44%
$300k–500k
40%
Over $500k
2%

Financials

Median HH Income$61,529 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
Median Home Value$279,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 64% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,313/mo ↑ 34% since 2019
Total Units14,168
Vacant Units1,550
Avg HH Size2.49

Income Distribution

Under $25k
16%
$25k–50k
22%
$50k–75k
23%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
3%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
81%
Public Transit
2%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
17%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
14%
15–30 min
42%
30–45 min
27%
Over 45 min
17%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
18%
1960s–1970s
20%
1980s–1990s
9%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units14,168
Vacant1,550
Owner Occupied44.9%
Renter Occupied55.1%
Avg HH Size2.49
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 37217 is in Nashville, TN, in Davidson County.
ZIP code 37217 is located in Tennessee (TN).
ZIP code 37217 is in Davidson County, TN.
ZIP 37217 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 37217 is 31,440 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 37217 is $61,529 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 37217 is $279,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 37217

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.