ZIP Code 37742, Tennessee
ZIP Code 37742 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 37742 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Blount County / Loudon County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,046. The land area covers 49.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,046 | ±1,054 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,662 | ±356 | 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 | 2,877 | ±384 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,662 | ±356 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 215 | ±109 |
| Median Home Value | $301,800 | ±$35,826 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,054 | ±$163 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,983 | ±$9,398 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,000 | ±$4,299 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 579 | ±308 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,471 | ±569 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87% | ±2.7% |
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: 142,211 (2024)
ID: 194929
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
341 COURT ST, MARYVILLE TN 37804-5906
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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 | Knoxville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Alcoa, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alcoa, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Alcoa, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Alcoa, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Knoxville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Maryville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Maryville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-07 | Maryville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Maryville, 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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Maryville College
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College | 13.2 mi away | 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN, 37804-5907 |
8659818000
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GREENBACK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 6889 MORGANTON ROAD, GREENBACK, TN, 37742 |
(086) 585-6284
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Sweetwater Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 16.4 mi away | 409 Sweetwater-Vonore Road, Sweetwater, TN, 37874-3026 |
4233510071
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THE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT TELLICO VILLAGE
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 300 IRENE LANE, LOUDON, TN, 37774 |
(865) 458-5199
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Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville
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College Vocational | 17.0 mi away | 206 North Seven Oaks Drive, Knoxville, TN, 37922-2367 |
8652974800
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VONORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 611 CHURCH STREET, VONORE, TN, 37885 |
(423) 884-6729
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Paul Mitchell the School-Knoxville
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College Vocational | 18.4 mi away | 4644 Powder Springs Dallas Rd, Ste 547, Powder Springs, TN, 30127 |
8653297901
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LENOIR CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 100 WEST BROADWAY, LENOIR CITY, TN, 37771 |
(865) 986-3210
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Pellissippi State Community College
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College | 18.8 mi away | 10915 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN, 37933-0990 |
86569464006526
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LOUDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 210 RIVER ROAD, LOUDON, TN, 37774 |
(865) 458-3161
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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 LENOIR CITY, TN US, located 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 37742. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.6° | 28.0° | 38.3° | 4.99" | 1.6" |
| February | 53.1° | 30.7° | 41.9° | 5.22" | 1.3" |
| March | 62.0° | 37.4° | 49.7° | 5.09" | 0.6" |
| April | 71.4° | 45.5° | 58.5° | 5.16" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.0° | 55.2° | 67.1° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.9° | 64.1° | 75.0° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.0° | 68.1° | 78.5° | 5.12" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.4° | 66.8° | 77.6° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.5° | 60.2° | 71.9° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.9° | 47.6° | 60.3° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.2° | 36.6° | 48.9° | 4.14" | 0.1" |
| December | 52.0° | 31.3° | 41.7° | 5.86" | 0.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenback city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Tellico Village CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Rarity Bay CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Friendsville city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Vonore town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Kahite CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 37742. • 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.