| ZIP Code | 37830 |
|---|---|
| City | Oak Ridge |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Anderson County |
| Area Code | 865 |
| Elevation | 962 ft |
| Latitude | 35.966483 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.290549 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.9% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 191 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,112 (20.7%) |
| Some College | 2,688 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 3,163 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,078 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,641 (38.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,795 ≈ Avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $234,500 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,076/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,110 |
| Vacant Units | 1,630 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,110 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,630 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 37830 is located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, within Anderson County. With a population of 32,519, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.6 years. Economically, 37830 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,795 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37830 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $234,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,076 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 37830 is primarily White (80.16%). Residents are well-educated — 48.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.8%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37830 stands at 4.7%, 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 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 37830 in Oak Ridge, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 32,519 residents, a median household income of $70,795, and a median home value of $234,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.