| ZIP Code | 38002 |
|---|---|
| City | Arlington |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Shelby County |
| Area Code | 901 |
| Elevation | 256 ft |
| Latitude | 35.292024 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.702221 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47157 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.9% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 198 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,440 (19.9%) |
| Some College | 2,831 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 3,608 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,495 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,795 (46.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,478 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $363,000 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,695/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,448 |
| Vacant Units | 296 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,448 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 296 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 38002 is located in Arlington, Tennessee, within Shelby County. With a population of 43,868, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.9 years. Economically, 38002 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,478 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38002 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $363,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,695 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 38002 is primarily White (72.49%). Residents are well-educated — 55.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38002 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 38002 in Arlington, TN is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 43,868 residents, a median household income of $115,478, and a median home value of $363,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.