| ZIP Code | 38463 |
|---|---|
| City | Iron City |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Lawrence County |
| Area Code | 931 |
| Elevation | 774 ft |
| Latitude | 35.070595 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.645115 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 47181 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↓ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.90 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 17.8% ▼ 54% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 37 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 787 (42.9%) |
| Some College | 326 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 359 (19.6%) |
| Bachelors | 114 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 213 (11.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 98% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $135,800 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $597/mo ↑ 81% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,165 |
| Vacant Units | 179 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,165 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 179 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
ZIP code 38463 is located in Iron City, Tennessee, within Lawrence County. With a population of 2,857, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 38463 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 38463 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $135,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $597 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 96.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 38463 is primarily White (92.47%). Residents are less-educated — 17.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 98% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 38463 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 38463 in Iron City, TN is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,857 residents, a median household income of $71,000, and a median home value of $135,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Tennessee.