ZIP Code 37862, Tennessee
ZIP Code 37862 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 37862 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sevier County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,767. The land area covers 81.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,767 | ±1,246 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,339 | ±669 | 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 | 14,207 | ±742 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,339 | ±669 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,868 | ±530 |
| Median Home Value | $321,700 | ±$34,912 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,004 | ±$54 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,792 | ±$7,523 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,694 | ±$2,972 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.3% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,254 | ±711 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,000 | ±1,027 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.6% | ±3% |
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: 100,184 (2024)
ID: 113299
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MAYOR
125 COURT AVE, STE 201E, SEVIERVILLE TN 37862-3566
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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-06 | Sevierville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Sevierville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Sevierville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Knoxville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Sevierville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Maryville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Knoxville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Sevierville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | Gatlinburg, 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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Johnson University
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College | 14.6 mi away | 7900 Johnson Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37998 |
8655734517
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PIGEON FORGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 2449 LIBRARY DRIVE, PIGEON FORGE, TN, 37863 |
(865) 429-7490
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Maryville College
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College | 16.4 mi away | 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN, 37804-5907 |
8659818000
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SEVIER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 408 HIGH STREET, SEVIERVILLE, TN, 37862 |
(865) 453-3532
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The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
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College | 20.6 mi away | 800 Andy Holt Tower, Knoxville, TN, 37996 |
8659741000
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SEYMOUR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 137 WEST MACON LANE, SEYMOUR, TN, 37865 |
(865) 573-0728
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The University of Tennessee System Office
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College | 21.1 mi away | 400 W Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN, 37902 |
8659741000
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ANNA PORTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 159 MILLS PARK ROAD, GATLINBURG, TN, 37738 |
(865) 436-5588
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville
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College | 22.4 mi away | 1100 Liberty Street, Knoxville, TN, 37919 |
8655465567
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HOWARD PINKSTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 7732 MARTIN MILL PIKE, KNOXVILLE, TN, 37920 |
(865) 573-0436
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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 GATLINBURG 2 SW, TN US, located 8.3 miles from ZCTA5 37862. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.6° | 26.6° | 36.6° | 4.75" | 2.4" |
| February | 50.8° | 28.9° | 39.9° | 4.27" | 2.4" |
| March | 59.2° | 34.6° | 46.9° | 5.58" | 1.3" |
| April | 68.8° | 42.0° | 55.4° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.8° | 50.9° | 62.8° | 5.50" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.2° | 58.7° | 69.5° | 5.99" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.9° | 62.7° | 72.8° | 6.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.9° | 61.6° | 71.8° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.5° | 56.1° | 66.8° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.5° | 44.2° | 56.4° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.1° | 33.7° | 45.9° | 4.02" | 0.2" |
| December | 49.5° | 29.4° | 39.5° | 4.92" | 1.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Pigeon Forge city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Walland CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Gatlinburg city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Seymour CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Sevierville city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 37862. • 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.