US ZIP Code
38455

Elkton, TN

Giles County  ·  Tennessee

● Active
👥 128 Population ↓ 28% since 2019
💰 $153,125 Median HH Income
▲ 101% above avg ↑ 318% since 2019
🎂 42.4 Median Age ↓ 22% since 2019
🏠 $212,500 Median Home Value
▼ 24% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019
🎓 9.5% College Grads
▼ 76% below avg
📊 20.0% Unemployment
▲ 309% above avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code38455
CityElkton
StateTennessee (TN)
CountyGiles County
Area Code931
Elevation661 ft
Latitude35.061981
Longitude-86.893642
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS47055
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 27.3% (35) Female 72.7% (93) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 78.1%Black: 21.9%Race
White78.1%
Black21.9%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
11%
18–24
25%
25–44
15%
45–64
41%

Key Indicators

Median Age42.4 yrs ↓ 22% since 2019
Avg Household Size4.41
Below Poverty32.8% ▲ 228% above avg
College Grads9.5% ▼ 76% below avg
Unemployment20.0% ▲ 309% above avg
HS Graduate13 (17.6%)
Some College7 (9.5%)
Associates47 (63.5%)
Graduate Degree7 (9.5%)

Education

HS Grad: 17.6%Some College: 9.5%Associates: 63.5%Graduate: 9.5%Edu
HS Grad17.6%
Some College9.5%
Associates63.5%
Graduate9.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 93.1%Renter: 6.9%Tenure
Owner93.1%
Renter6.9%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
11%
$50k–100k
19%
$100k–150k
4%
$200k–300k
67%

Financials

Median HH Income$153,125 ▲ 101% above avg ↑ 318% since 2019
Median Home Value$212,500 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units33
Vacant Units4
Avg HH Size4.41

Income Distribution

Under $25k
17%
$50k–75k
21%
$150k–200k
48%
Over $200k
14%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
26%
Work From Home
74%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
17%
15–30 min
75%
Over 45 min
8%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1960s–1970s
5%
1980s–1990s
5%
2000+
90%

Summary

Total Units33
Vacant4
Owner Occupied93.1%
Renter Occupied6.9%
Avg HH Size4.41
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 38455 is in Elkton, TN, in Giles County.
ZIP code 38455 is located in Tennessee (TN).
ZIP code 38455 is in Giles County, TN.
ZIP 38455 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 38455 is 128 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 38455 is $153,125 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 38455 is $212,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 38455

ZIP code 38455 is located in Elkton, Tennessee, within Giles County. With a population of 128, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.4 years. Economically, 38455 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $153,125 is more than double the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 38455 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $212,500 is below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.

The population of 38455 is primarily White (78.13%). Residents are less-educated — 9.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 32.8%. Household income has grown by 318% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 38455 stands at 20.0%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 74% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 26%.

Overall, ZIP code 38455 in Elkton, TN is characterized as affluent, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 128 residents, a median household income of $153,125, and a median home value of $212,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.