| ZIP Code | 37920 |
|---|---|
| City | Knoxville |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Knox County |
| Area Code | 865 |
| Elevation | 946 ft |
| Latitude | 35.911567 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.857782 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.4% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 70 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,828 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 3,271 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 3,396 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 2,368 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,275 (35.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,348 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $231,300 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 70% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,092/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,180 |
| Vacant Units | 2,162 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,180 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,162 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 37920 is located in Knoxville, Tennessee, within Knox County. With a population of 43,509, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.5 years. Economically, 37920 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,348 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 37920 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $231,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,092 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 70% since 2019.
The population of 37920 is primarily White (82.87%). Residents are well-educated — 44.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.2%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 37920 stands at 3.7%, 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 37920 in Knoxville, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 43,509 residents, a median household income of $61,348, and a median home value of $231,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.