ZIP Code 37686, Tennessee
ZIP Code 37686 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 37686 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sullivan County / Washington County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,495. The land area covers 29.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,495 | ±1,407 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,659 | ±427 | 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 | 3,943 | ±393 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,659 | ±427 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 284 | ±190 |
| Median Home Value | $352,200 | ±$51,528 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,032 | ±$94 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,264 | ±$10,546 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,900 | ±$3,920 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 511 | ±251 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,898 | ±813 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.9% | ±3.1% |
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: 162,703 (2024)
ID: 175699
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MAYOR
3411 HIGHWAY 126, STE 206, BLOUNTVILLE TN 37617-4565
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kingsport, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bristol, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kingsport, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kingsport, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bristol, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bluff City, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Johnson City, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bristol, TN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Elizabethton, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Elizabethton, 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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Northeast State Community College
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College | 4.6 mi away | 2425 Hwy 75, Blountville, TN, 37617-0246 |
4233233191
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THOMAS MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 481 CEDAR STREET, BLUFF CITY, TN, 37618 |
(423) 538-1980
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Ross Medical Education Center-Johnson City
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 3021 E. Oakland Ave., Johnson City, TN, 37601-1526 |
4232326270
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SULLIVAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 1655 BLOUNTVILLE BOULEVARD, BLOUNTVILLE, TN, 37617 |
(423) 279-2714
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TC Beauty
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College Vocational | 8.0 mi away | 222 E Unaka Ave, Johnson City, TN, 37601-4626 |
42392690951
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GRAY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 5026 BOBBY HICKS HWY, GRAY, TN, 37615 |
(423) 477-1550
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East Tennessee State University
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College | 9.6 mi away | 1276 Gilbreath Drive, Johnson City, TN, 37614 |
4234391000
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JOHNSON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 100 WEST MILLARD STREET, JOHNSON CITY, TN, 37604 |
(423) 434-4450
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Milligan University
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College | 10.2 mi away | 1 Blowers Blvd., Milligan, TN, 37682 |
4234618700
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ELIZABETHTON/CARTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 201 N. SYCAMORE STREET, ELIZABETHTON, TN, 37643 |
(423) 547-6360
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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 BRISTOL TRI CITY AP, TN US, located 3.8 miles from ZCTA5 37686. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.5° | 26.3° | 36.4° | 3.65" | 3.0" |
| February | 50.9° | 29.2° | 40.0° | 3.81" | 3.0" |
| March | 59.4° | 35.4° | 47.4° | 3.96" | 1.1" |
| April | 69.4° | 43.3° | 56.4° | 3.79" | 0.1" |
| May | 77.1° | 52.3° | 64.7° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.8° | 60.7° | 72.3° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.4° | 64.7° | 75.6° | 5.00" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.8° | 63.2° | 74.5° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.7° | 56.4° | 68.6° | 2.84" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.2° | 44.3° | 57.3° | 2.52" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.7° | 34.2° | 46.4° | 3.14" | 0.3" |
| December | 49.5° | 29.2° | 39.3° | 3.76" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluff City city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Oak Grove CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Watauga city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Spurgeon CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Blountville CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Johnson City city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 37686. • 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.