| ZIP Code | 38340 |
|---|---|
| City | Henderson |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Chester County |
| Area Code | 731 |
| Elevation | 423 ft |
| Latitude | 35.404805 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.679411 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.1% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 37 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,732 (40.8%) |
| Some College | 785 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 1,321 (19.7%) |
| Bachelors | 400 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,416 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,477 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,000 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $741/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,542 |
| Vacant Units | 321 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,542 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 321 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 38340 is located in Henderson, Tennessee, within Chester County. With a population of 12,274, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.3 years. Economically, 38340 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,477 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38340 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $142,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $741 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 38340 is primarily White (78.28%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.2%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38340 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 38340 in Henderson, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,274 residents, a median household income of $61,477, and a median home value of $142,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.