| ZIP Code | 37821 |
|---|---|
| City | Newport |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Cocke County |
| Area Code | 423/865 |
| Elevation | 1,025 ft |
| Latitude | 35.97508 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.195503 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 24.0% ▲ 140% above avg |
| College Grads | 17.6% ▼ 55% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 307 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,101 (52.4%) |
| Some College | 1,843 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 1,926 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 975 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,412 (10.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,350 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $127,800 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $789/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,897 |
| Vacant Units | 1,548 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,897 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,548 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 37821 is located in Newport, Tennessee, within Cocke County. With a population of 22,113, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.7 years. Economically, 37821 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $45,350 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37821 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $127,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $789 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 37821 is primarily White (91.86%). Residents are less-educated — 17.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.0%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37821 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 37821 in Newport, TN is characterized as working-class, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,113 residents, a median household income of $45,350, and a median home value of $127,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.