US ZIP Code
38111

Memphis, TN

Shelby County  ·  Tennessee

● Active
👥 43,308 Population
💰 $52,806 Median HH Income
▼ 31% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
🎂 32.9 Median Age
🏠 $165,200 Median Home Value
▼ 41% below avg ↑ 76% since 2019
🎓 43.4% College Grads
▲ 12% above avg
📊 8.3% Unemployment
▲ 69% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code38111
CityMemphis
StateTennessee (TN)
CountyShelby County
Area Code901
Elevation311 ft
Latitude35.110521
Longitude-89.943501
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS47157
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 45.4% (19,670) Female 54.6% (23,638) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 33.3%Hispanic: 12.7%Black: 48.6%Asian: 2.6%Other: 2.8%Race
White33.3%
Hispanic12.7%
Black48.6%
Asian2.6%
Other2.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
9%
5–17
13%
18–24
15%
25–44
28%
45–64
22%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age32.9 yrs
Avg Household Size2.35
Below Poverty22.5% ▲ 125% above avg
College Grads43.4% ▲ 12% above avg
Unemployment8.3% ▲ 69% above avg
No HS Diploma759 (3.1%)
HS Graduate6,583 (26.5%)
Some College2,340 (9.4%)
Associates4,399 (17.7%)
Bachelors1,069 (4.3%)
Graduate Degree9,727 (39.1%)

Education

No HS: 3.1%HS Grad: 26.5%Some College: 9.4%Associates: 17.7%Bachelors: 4.3%Graduate: 39.1%Edu
No HS3.1%
HS Grad26.5%
Some College9.4%
Associates17.7%
Bachelors4.3%
Graduate39.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 45.7%Renter: 54.3%Tenure
Owner45.7%
Renter54.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
8%
$50k–100k
27%
$100k–150k
13%
$150k–200k
9%
$200k–300k
13%
$300k–500k
12%
Over $500k
18%

Financials

Median HH Income$52,806 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019
Median Home Value$165,200 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 76% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,077/mo ↑ 32% since 2019
Total Units20,084
Vacant Units2,218
Avg HH Size2.35

Income Distribution

Under $25k
27%
$25k–50k
18%
$50k–75k
20%
$75k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
11%
$150k–200k
4%
Over $200k
9%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
84%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
5%
Work From Home
9%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
28%
15–30 min
56%
30–45 min
14%
Over 45 min
3%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
11%
1940s–1950s
26%
1960s–1970s
6%
1980s–1990s
2%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units20,084
Vacant2,218
Owner Occupied45.7%
Renter Occupied54.3%
Avg HH Size2.35
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 38111 is in Memphis, TN, in Shelby County.
ZIP code 38111 is located in Tennessee (TN).
ZIP code 38111 is in Shelby County, TN.
ZIP 38111 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 38111 is 43,308 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 38111 is $52,806 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 38111 is $165,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 38111

ZIP code 38111 is located in Memphis, Tennessee, within Shelby County. With a population of 43,308, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 38111 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,806 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 38111 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $165,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,077 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (45.7%) and renters (54.3%). Median home values have increased by 76% since 2019.

The population of 38111 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 48.6%. Residents are well-educated — 43.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.5%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 38111 stands at 8.3%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.

Overall, ZIP code 38111 in Memphis, TN is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 43,308 residents, a median household income of $52,806, and a median home value of $165,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.