Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 18.4% ▲ 84% above avg |
| College Grads | 20.3% ▼ 48% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 217 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,092 (45.3%) |
| Some College | 3,264 (20.9%) |
| Associates | 1,925 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,196 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,946 (12.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,624 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,741 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $719/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,449 |
| Vacant Units | 1,668 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lauderdale County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,520 residents. With a median age of 39.38, it is a middle-aged county.
Lauderdale County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,623 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 18.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lauderdale County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $121,741 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $718. Homeownership rates are high at 63.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lauderdale County are majority White (60.36%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 20.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lauderdale County, TN is a working-class area in Tennessee. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38037 | Gates | 1,556 | $45,948 | $89,000 | $595 | 10.3% | 22.4% |
| 38040 | Halls | 4,689 | $52,119 | $107,600 | $735 | 2.3% | 21.0% |
| 38041 | Henning | 4,328 | $45,969 | $90,400 | $701 | 8.8% | 11.3% |
| 38063 | Ripley | 15,947 | $48,578 | $137,600 | $731 | 4.7% | 22.3% |