ZIP Code 37870, Tennessee
ZIP Code 37870 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 37870 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Campbell County / Claiborne County / Union County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,385. The land area covers 82.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,385 | ±633 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,653 | ±234 | 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 | 2,269 | ±299 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,653 | ±234 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 616 | ±185 |
| Median Home Value | $126,400 | ±$34,226 |
| Median Gross Rent | $933 | ±$305 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,516 | ±$4,408 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,313 | ±$3,210 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.9% | ±6.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 566 | ±280 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,857 | ±360 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.3% | ±4.2% |
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: 40,238 (2024)
ID: 134850
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY MAYOR
PO BOX 435, JACKSBORO TN 37757-0435
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Williamsburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Tazewell, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | New Tazewell, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Tazewell, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Clairfield, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cumberland Gap, TN | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | UG | Middlesboro, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | Maynardville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Harrogate, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Harrogate, 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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Lincoln Memorial University
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College | 12.5 mi away | 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN, 37752-8231 |
4238693611
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BELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 126 SOUTH 20TH STREET, MIDDLESBORO, KY, 40965 |
(606) 248-4812
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Sandra Academy of Salon Services
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College Vocational | 13.8 mi away | 907 Main Street, New Tazewell, TN, 37825-7239 |
4236267877
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PINEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 126 SOUTH 20TH STREET, PINEVILLE, KY, 40977 |
(606) 248-4812
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Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
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College | 19.1 mi away | 300 Clear Creek Rd, Pineville, KY, 40977-9752 |
6063373196
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BARBARA REYNOLDS CARR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 1304 OLD KNOXVILLE ROAD, TAZEWELL, TN, 37879 |
(423) 626-5414
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jacksboro
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College | 23.2 mi away | 265 Elkins Rd, Jacksboro, TN, 37757 |
4235669629100
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MAYNARDVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 296 MAIN STREET, MAYNARDVILLE, TN, 37807 |
(865) 992-7106
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LAFOLLETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 201 SOUTH 9TH STREET, LAFOLLETTE, TN, 37766 |
(423) 562-5154
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WASHBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 7715 HIGHWAY 131, WASHBURN, TN, 37888 |
(865) 497-2506
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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 TAZEWELL, TN US, located 15.2 miles from ZCTA5 37870. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.9° | 22.8° | 33.3° | 4.73" | 2.6" |
| February | 48.3° | 25.6° | 37.0° | 5.06" | 3.0" |
| March | 57.3° | 31.5° | 44.4° | 5.25" | 0.6" |
| April | 67.5° | 39.6° | 53.5° | 5.30" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.1° | 50.0° | 62.6° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.9° | 58.8° | 70.3° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.7° | 63.3° | 74.0° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.2° | 61.8° | 73.0° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.4° | 54.7° | 67.1° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.9° | 41.4° | 55.2° | 3.08" | 0.1" |
| November | 57.1° | 30.7° | 43.9° | 3.81" | 0.1" |
| December | 47.2° | 26.1° | 36.6° | 5.32" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlesborough city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
| Fincastle CDP | CDP | 12.6 mi | — |
| New Tazewell town | Town | 12.8 mi | — |
| Harrogate city | City | 13.0 mi | — |
| Cumberland Gap town | Town | 13.2 mi | — |
| Tazewell town | Town | 14.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 37870. • 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.