| ZIP Code | 37659 |
|---|---|
| City | Jonesborough |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 423 |
| Elevation | 1,789 ft |
| Latitude | 36.279849 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.506119 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47179 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 75 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,672 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 2,583 (13%) |
| Associates | 2,919 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,784 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,909 (29.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,765 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $241,700 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,034/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,798 |
| Vacant Units | 960 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,798 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 960 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 37659 is located in Jonesborough, Tennessee, within Washington County. With a population of 29,247, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 37659 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,765 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37659 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $241,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,034 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 37659 is primarily White (90.92%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.6%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37659 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 37659 in Jonesborough, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,247 residents, a median household income of $69,765, and a median home value of $241,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.