| ZIP Code | 38018 |
|---|---|
| City | Cordova |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Shelby County |
| Area Code | 901 |
| Elevation | 322 ft |
| Latitude | 35.138613 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.766424 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47157 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 280 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,106 (17%) |
| Some College | 2,286 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 4,135 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,083 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,260 (46.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,627 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,300 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,594/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,110 |
| Vacant Units | 895 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,110 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 895 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
ZIP code 38018 is located in Cordova, Tennessee, within Shelby County. With a population of 38,357, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 38018 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,627 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38018 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $255,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,594 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 38018 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 47.3%. Residents are well-educated — 55.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38018 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 38018 in Cordova, TN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 38,357 residents, a median household income of $89,627, and a median home value of $255,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.