| ZIP Code | 38301 |
|---|---|
| City | Jackson |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Madison County |
| Area Code | 731 |
| Elevation | 375 ft |
| Latitude | 35.588164 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.853395 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47113 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 27.8% ▲ 178% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.9% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.7% ▲ 119% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 213 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,400 (39.1%) |
| Some College | 3,410 (18%) |
| Associates | 3,182 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,325 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,382 (17.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,062 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,400 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $958/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,769 |
| Vacant Units | 2,348 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,769 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,348 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 38301 is located in Jackson, Tennessee, within Madison County. With a population of 33,336, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.7 years. Economically, 38301 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $40,062 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38301 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $958 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.8%) and renters (50.2%). Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 38301 is majority Black (50.08%). Residents are less-educated — 24.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 27.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38301 stands at 10.7%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 38301 in Jackson, TN is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,336 residents, a median household income of $40,062, and a median home value of $119,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.