ZIP Code 38044, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38044 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38044 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chester County / Hardeman County / McNairy County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 791. The land area covers 42.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | ±317 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46 yrs | ±8.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 394 | ±173 | 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 | 500 | ±184 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 394 | ±173 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 106 | ±68 |
| Median Home Value | $299,000 | ±$112,661 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,471 | ±$29,372 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,044 | ±$12,989 |
| Poverty Rate | 12% | ±10.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 94 | ±90 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±5.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 387 | ±219 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.4% | ±17.2% |
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: 17,876 (2024)
ID: 175664
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BUDGET DIRECTOR
PO BOX 296, HENDERSON TN 38340-0296
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Bethel Springs, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bolivar, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bolivar, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bolivar, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hornsby, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Selmer, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Selmer, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Selmer, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Middleton, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Middleton, 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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Freed-Hardeman University
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College | 18.3 mi away | 158 E Main St, Henderson, TN, 38340-2399 |
8003483481
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BOLIVAR HARDEMAN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 213 NORTH WASINGTON ST., BOLIVAR, TN, 38008 |
(731) 658-3436
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MIDDLETON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 110 BOLTON AVENUE, MIDDLETON, TN, 38052 |
(731) 376-0680
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JACK MCCONNICO MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 225 OAK GROVE RD., SELMER, TN, 38375 |
(731) 645-5571
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CHESTER COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 1012 EAST MAIN, HENDERSON, TN, 38340 |
(731) 989-4673
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WALNUT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 650 NORTH MAIN STREET, WALNUT, MS, 38683 |
(662) 223-6768
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CHALYBEATE LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 2501-A HIGHWAY 354, WALNUT, MS, 38683 |
(662) 223-4621
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LEE OLA ROBERTS LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 140 W. MAIN ST., WHITEVILLE, TN, 38075 |
(731) 254-8834
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IRVING MEEK JR., PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 204 WEST MAIN STREET, ADAMSVILLE, TN, 38310 |
(731) 632-3572
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GRAND JUNCTION COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.6 mi away | 530 MADISON AVENUE WEST, GRAND JUNCTION, TN, 38039 |
(731) 764-2716
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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 BOLIVAR WTR WKS, TN US, located 10.7 miles from ZCTA5 38044. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.0° | 28.1° | 38.5° | 4.26" | 0.5" |
| February | 53.5° | 31.1° | 42.3° | 4.95" | 0.6" |
| March | 62.3° | 38.7° | 50.5° | 5.86" | 0.4" |
| April | 71.9° | 47.6° | 59.7° | 5.61" | 0.1" |
| May | 79.1° | 57.1° | 68.1° | 5.33" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.4° | 65.3° | 75.8° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.5° | 69.0° | 79.3° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.1° | 67.2° | 78.2° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.6° | 59.6° | 71.6° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.3° | 47.5° | 60.4° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.3° | 37.0° | 49.1° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| December | 51.7° | 31.1° | 41.4° | 5.47" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hornsby town | Town | 1.5 mi | — |
| Silerton town | Town | 8.8 mi | — |
| Bethel Springs town | Town | 11.1 mi | — |
| Pocahontas CDP | CDP | 11.1 mi | — |
| Middleton city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Bolivar city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38044. • 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.