| ZIP Code | 37849 |
|---|---|
| City | Powell |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Knox County |
| Area Code | 865 |
| Elevation | 906 ft |
| Latitude | 36.05405 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.048488 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 8.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 239 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,568 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 2,258 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 2,416 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,854 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,122 (33.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,400 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $263,600 ≈ Avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,097/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,465 |
| Vacant Units | 665 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,465 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 665 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 37849 is located in Powell, Tennessee, within Knox County. With a population of 28,872, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 37849 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,400 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37849 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $263,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,097 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 37849 is primarily White (89.31%). Residents are well-educated — 43.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.0%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37849 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 37849 in Powell, TN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,872 residents, a median household income of $83,400, and a median home value of $263,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.