US ZIP Code
38011

Brighton, TN

Tipton County  ·  Tennessee

● Active
👥 9,493 Population
💰 $71,029 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 6% since 2019
🎂 40.0 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $203,800 Median Home Value
▼ 27% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019
🎓 29.0% College Grads
▼ 25% below avg
📊 2.6% Unemployment
▼ 47% below avg ↓ 35% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code38011
CityBrighton
StateTennessee (TN)
CountyTipton County
Area Code901
Elevation387 ft
Latitude35.473872
Longitude-89.714429
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS47167
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.7% (4,905) Female 48.3% (4,588) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 81.5%Hispanic: 4.8%Black: 9.4%Other: 3%Race
White81.5%
Hispanic4.8%
Black9.4%
Other3.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
16%
18–24
10%
25–44
25%
45–64
28%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age40.0 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.65
Below Poverty10.9% ▲ 9% above avg
College Grads29.0% ▼ 25% below avg
Unemployment2.6% ▼ 47% below avg
No HS Diploma108 (1.8%)
HS Graduate1,967 (33.5%)
Some College1,264 (21.5%)
Associates833 (14.2%)
Bachelors663 (11.3%)
Graduate Degree1,043 (17.7%)

Education

No HS: 1.8%HS Grad: 33.5%Some College: 21.5%Associates: 14.2%Bachelors: 11.3%Graduate: 17.7%Edu
No HS1.8%
HS Grad33.5%
Some College21.5%
Associates14.2%
Bachelors11.3%
Graduate17.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 78.4%Renter: 21.6%Tenure
Owner78.4%
Renter21.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
4%
$50k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
17%
$200k–300k
32%
$300k–500k
17%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$71,029 ≈ Avg ↑ 6% since 2019
Median Home Value$203,800 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$977/mo ↓ 4% since 2019
Total Units3,726
Vacant Units145
Avg HH Size2.65

Income Distribution

Under $25k
15%
$25k–50k
16%
$50k–75k
21%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
6%
Over $200k
8%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
88%
Walked
0%
Work From Home
12%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
15%
15–30 min
23%
30–45 min
30%
Over 45 min
32%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
5%
1960s–1970s
15%
1980s–1990s
26%
2000+
53%

Summary

Total Units3,726
Vacant145
Owner Occupied78.4%
Renter Occupied21.6%
Avg HH Size2.65
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 38011 is in Brighton, TN, in Tipton County.
ZIP code 38011 is located in Tennessee (TN).
ZIP code 38011 is in Tipton County, TN.
ZIP 38011 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 38011 is 9,493 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 38011 is $71,029 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 38011 is $203,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 38011

ZIP code 38011 is located in Brighton, Tennessee, within Tipton County. With a population of 9,493, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40 years. Economically, 38011 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,029 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 38011 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $203,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $977 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.

The population of 38011 is primarily White (81.51%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.9%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 38011 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.

Overall, ZIP code 38011 in Brighton, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,493 residents, a median household income of $71,029, and a median home value of $203,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.