ZIP Code 37187, Tennessee
ZIP Code 37187 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 37187 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cheatham County / Dickson County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,988. The land area covers 71.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,988 | ±605 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,204 | ±262 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,352 | ±273 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,204 | ±262 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 148 | ±135 |
| Median Home Value | $300,800 | ±$22,184 |
| Median Gross Rent | $974 | ±$165 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,228 | ±$4,738 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,763 | ±$5,517 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 642 | ±226 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,179 | ±554 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±2.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 42,604 (2024)
ID: 175663
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR
100 PUBLIC SQ, ASHLAND CITY TN 37015-1793
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Ashland City, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Nashville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Burns, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dickson, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Charlotte, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Charlotte, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland City, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland City, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Ashland City, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Charlotte, TN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson
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College | 11.3 mi away | 740 Hwy 46, Dickson, TN, 37055 |
6154416220
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SOUTH CHEATHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 358 NORTH MAIN STREET, KINGSTON SPRINGS, TN, 37082 |
(615) 952-4752
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Nashville State Community College
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College | 19.1 mi away | 120 White Bridge Rd, Nashville, TN, 37209-4515 |
6153533333
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DICKSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 303 HENSLEE DRIVE, DICKSON, TN, 37055 |
(615) 446-8293
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville
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College | 19.2 mi away | 100 White Bridge Pike, Nashville, TN, 37209-4515 |
61542555005540
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FAIRVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 2240 FAIRVIEW BLVD, FAIRVIEW, TN, 37062 |
(615) 224-6087
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Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
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College | 20.2 mi away | 1507 County Hospital Road, Nashville, TN, 37218 |
615678819610
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CHEATHAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 188 JOHN MAYFIELD DRIVE, SUITE 200, ASHLAND CITY, TN, 37015 |
(615) 792-4828
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Tennessee State University
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College | 20.8 mi away | 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd, Nashville, TN, 37209-1561 |
6159635000
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BELLEVUE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 720 BAUGH ROAD, NASHVILLE, TN, 37221 |
(615) 862-5854
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CHARLOTTE, TN US, located 2.3 miles from ZCTA5 37187. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.9° | 26.8° | 36.9° | 4.16" | — |
| February | 50.9° | 29.2° | 40.1° | 4.99" | — |
| March | 59.6° | 36.9° | 48.2° | 4.45" | — |
| April | 69.7° | 45.3° | 57.5° | 5.06" | — |
| May | 77.0° | 54.1° | 65.5° | 5.64" | — |
| June | 84.4° | 62.8° | 73.6° | 3.96" | — |
| July | 87.6° | 66.3° | 76.9° | 4.47" | — |
| August | 87.3° | 64.9° | 76.1° | 3.30" | — |
| September | 81.2° | 57.5° | 69.4° | 3.61" | — |
| October | 71.9° | 45.9° | 58.9° | 3.62" | — |
| November | 58.9° | 36.0° | 47.5° | 3.83" | — |
| December | 49.2° | 29.3° | 39.2° | 4.95" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Bluff town | Town | 3.0 mi | — |
| Kingston Springs town | Town | 6.6 mi | — |
| Charlotte town | Town | 8.3 mi | — |
| Pegram town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
| Burns town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Dickson city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 37187. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.