| ZIP Code | 37604 |
|---|---|
| City | Johnson City |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 423 |
| Elevation | 1,706 ft |
| Latitude | 36.299242 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.383044 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47179 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 22.1% ▲ 121% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.3% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 280 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,393 (23.2%) |
| Some College | 2,737 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 3,641 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,596 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,642 (41.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,351 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $231,900 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $950/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,334 |
| Vacant Units | 1,928 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,334 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,928 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 37604 is located in Johnson City, Tennessee, within Washington County. With a population of 38,359, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 37604 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,351 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37604 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $231,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $950 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.9%) and renters (51.2%). Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 37604 is primarily White (82.91%). Residents are well-educated — 48.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37604 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 37604 in Johnson City, TN is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 38,359 residents, a median household income of $49,351, and a median home value of $231,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.