38481 ZIP Code – Saint Joseph, Tennessee
38481 is a small ZIP code in Saint Joseph, Tennessee, part of Lawrence County with a population of approximately 883 residents. The median household income of $39,479 is below the Tennessee average and well below the national average. Median home values of $115,400 are well below the national average, with 84.3% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $576, which is well below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 80% single-family (increasing), 5% duplex/multi-family.
The area reports an unemployment rate of 2.1%, well below the national average. An estimated 15.8% of the population falls below the poverty line, above the national figure. About 11.7% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well below the national rate. At 40.8, the median age is near the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 38469, 35648, 35645.
ZIP Code 38481 Data
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ZIP 38481 vs. Tennessee vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 38481 | TN Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 883 | 11k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $39k | $60k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $115k | $201k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $576 | $922 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 40.8 | 42.7 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 11.7% | 22.7% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 38469 – Loretto
- 35648 – Lexington
- 35645 – Killen
- 38463 – Iron City
- 35634 – Florence
- 38486 – Westpoint
- 38457 – Five Points
- 38468 – Leoma
- 35610 – Anderson
- 35652 – Rogersville
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38469 | LORETTO | 4,347 | $56,940 |
| 35648 | LEXINGTON | 3,184 | $66,897 |
| 35645 | KILLEN | 13,575 | $81,364 |
| 38463 | IRON CITY | 2,802 | $65,036 |
| 35634 | FLORENCE | 10,272 | $71,475 |