ZIP Code 37840, Tennessee
ZIP Code 37840 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 37840 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Anderson County / Morgan County / Roane County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,004. The land area covers 80.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,004 | ±1,222 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43 yrs | ±4.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,789 | ±439 | 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 | 4,006 | ±443 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,789 | ±439 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 217 | ±141 |
| Median Home Value | $203,600 | ±$19,126 |
| Median Gross Rent | $682 | ±$168 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,881 | ±$23,516 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,417 | ±$8,473 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,268 | ±538 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,607 | ±820 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.4% | ±5.8% |
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: 81,449 (2024)
ID: 175659
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MAYOR
100 N MAIN ST, RM 200, CLINTON TN 37716-3615
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Clinton, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Knoxville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Harriman, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Briceville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Wartburg, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Wartburg, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Wartburg, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Kingston, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Powell, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Clinton, 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-Harriman
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College | 10.9 mi away | 1745 Harriman Highway, Harriman, TN, 37748-5849 |
8658826703
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OLIVER SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 610 WALKER AVENUE., OLIVER SPRINGS, TN, 37840 |
(865) 435-2509
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Pellissippi State Community College
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College | 14.0 mi away | 10915 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN, 37933-0990 |
86569464006526
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COALFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 112 JERRY JONES ROAD, COALFIELD, TN, 37719 |
(865) 435-4275
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Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville
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College Vocational | 18.6 mi away | 206 North Seven Oaks Drive, Knoxville, TN, 37922-2367 |
8652974800
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PETROS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 208 MAIN STREET, PETROS, TN, 37845 |
(423) 324-0101
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Roane State Community College
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College | 19.1 mi away | 276 Patton Lane, Harriman, TN, 37748 |
8653543000
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OAK RIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 1401 OAK RIDGE TURNPIKE, OAK RIDGE, TN, 37830 |
(865) 425-3455
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jacksboro
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College | 19.4 mi away | 265 Elkins Rd, Jacksboro, TN, 37757 |
4235669629100
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OAKDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 212 QUEEN STREET, OAKDALE, TN, 37829 |
(423) 369-3051
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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 OAK RIDGE ASOS, TN US, located 8.0 miles from ZCTA5 37840. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.1° | 30.0° | 39.1° | 5.07" | — |
| February | 53.0° | 33.0° | 43.0° | 5.59" | — |
| March | 62.2° | 40.0° | 51.1° | 5.12" | — |
| April | 72.1° | 47.9° | 60.0° | 5.20" | — |
| May | 79.7° | 56.9° | 68.3° | 4.07" | — |
| June | 86.1° | 65.2° | 75.6° | 4.55" | — |
| July | 89.1° | 69.0° | 79.0° | 5.54" | — |
| August | 88.4° | 67.7° | 78.1° | 3.46" | — |
| September | 82.8° | 61.2° | 72.0° | 3.83" | — |
| October | 72.1° | 49.0° | 60.6° | 3.12" | — |
| November | 60.1° | 38.3° | 49.2° | 4.62" | — |
| December | 50.8° | 33.2° | 42.0° | 5.36" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Springs town | Town | 3.0 mi | — |
| Coalfield CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Petros CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Oak Ridge city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Oakdale town | Town | 11.7 mi | — |
| Wartburg city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 37840. • 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.