ZIP Code 37397, Tennessee
ZIP Code 37397 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 37397 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Marion County / Sequatchie County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,488. The land area covers 149.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,488 | ±853 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,237 | ±393 | 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 | 4,939 | ±374 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,237 | ±393 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 702 | ±205 |
| Median Home Value | $173,200 | ±$14,225 |
| Median Gross Rent | $807 | ±$116 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,750 | ±$9,211 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,725 | ±$1,872 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.3% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,702 | ±443 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,466 | ±569 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.9% | ±5.4% |
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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COUNTY OF MARION
GUS Population: 29,826 (2024)
ID: 140254
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MAYOR
PO BOX 789, JASPER TN 37347-3531
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 10-12 | Jasper, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Chattanooga, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Chattanooga, 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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The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
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College | 16.5 mi away | 615 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37403-2598 |
4234254111
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ORENA HUMPHREYS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 13535 TN-28, WHITWELL, TN, 37397 |
(423) 658-6134
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Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers
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College | 16.6 mi away | 248 Northgate Mall Drive, Chattanooga, TN, 37415 |
4233057781
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PALMER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | HIGHWAY 108, PALMER, TN, 37365 |
(931) 779-5292
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Chattanooga State Community College
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College | 17.5 mi away | 4501 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN, 37406-1097 |
4236974400
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CAROLYN STEWART PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 14 WEST SECOND STREET, JASPER, TN, 37347 |
(423) 942-3369
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Richmont Graduate University
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College | 18.1 mi away | 1815 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37404 |
4232264574
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TOWN OF SIGNAL MOUNTAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 1114 JAMES BOULEVARD, SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN, 37377 |
(423) 886-7323
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Covenant College
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College | 18.6 mi away | 14049 Scenic Highway, Lookout Mountain, GA, 30750-4164 |
7068201560
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TRACY CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 50 MAIN STREET, TRACY CITY, TN, 37387 |
(931) 592-9714
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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 WHITWELL-SEQUATCHIE VLY, TN US, located 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 37397. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.9° | 31.7° | 40.3° | 5.77" | 1.3" |
| February | 54.0° | 34.5° | 44.2° | 5.45" | 1.6" |
| March | 63.1° | 41.3° | 52.2° | 6.05" | 0.1" |
| April | 71.9° | 48.8° | 60.3° | 6.02" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.2° | 56.7° | 67.4° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.4° | 64.6° | 74.5° | 5.32" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.5° | 68.0° | 77.7° | 5.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.6° | 67.4° | 77.5° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.0° | 61.9° | 72.4° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.4° | 50.0° | 61.2° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.0° | 41.3° | 51.1° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.0° | 34.6° | 43.3° | 6.82" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitwell city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Powells Crossroads town | Town | 2.4 mi | — |
| Griffith Creek CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Sequatchie CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Lone Oak CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Fairmount CDP | CDP | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 37397. • 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.