| ZIP Code | 38053 |
|---|---|
| City | Millington |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Shelby County |
| Area Code | 901 |
| Elevation | 282 ft |
| Latitude | 35.328122 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.940824 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47157 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.4% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 277 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,593 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 2,020 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 3,024 (19.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,440 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,333 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,548 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $195,100 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,105/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,674 |
| Vacant Units | 950 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,674 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 950 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 38053 is located in Millington, Tennessee, within Shelby County. With a population of 25,352, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.8 years. Economically, 38053 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,548 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38053 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $195,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,105 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 38053 is majority White (57.16%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.7%. Household income has grown by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38053 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 38053 in Millington, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,352 residents, a median household income of $58,548, and a median home value of $195,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.