Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.7% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 173 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,495 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 4,361 (20.2%) |
| Associates | 2,934 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,701 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,917 (22.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,712 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $163,563 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $772/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 15,697 |
| Vacant Units | 1,339 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dyer County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 35,322 residents. With a median age of 39.85, it is a middle-aged county.
Dyer County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,711 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 16.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Dyer County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $163,563 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $771. Homeownership rates are high at 62.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dyer County are primarily White (76.66%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Dyer County, TN is a working-class area in Tennessee. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38024 | Dyersburg | 25,357 | $54,303 | $171,100 | $757 | 4.7% | 29.4% |
| 38030 | Finley | 166 | $57,393 | $171,400 | $1,261 | 0.0% | 16.8% |
| 38047 | Lenox | 207 | $58,571 | — | — | 0.0% | 14.8% |
| 38059 | Newbern | 8,822 | $57,182 | $146,400 | $804 | 1.4% | 35.5% |
| 38070 | Tigrett | 88 | $58,667 | $185,000 | — | 0.0% | 24.7% |
| 38259 | Trimble | 682 | $35,625 | $100,700 | $773 | 1.7% | 27.1% |