| ZIP Code | 38059 |
|---|---|
| City | Newbern |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Dyer County |
| Area Code | 731 |
| Elevation | 374 ft |
| Latitude | 36.115718 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.239733 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 71% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 55 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,745 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 1,035 (19.8%) |
| Associates | 547 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 344 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,513 (28.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,182 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,400 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $804/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,517 |
| Vacant Units | 184 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,517 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 184 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 38059 is located in Newbern, Tennessee, within Dyer County. With a population of 8,822, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 38059 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,182 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38059 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $146,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $804 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 38059 is primarily White (82.29%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.7%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38059 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 90%.
Overall, ZIP code 38059 in Newbern, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,822 residents, a median household income of $57,182, and a median home value of $146,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.