ZIP Code 38109, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38109 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38109 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Shelby County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,452. The land area covers 56.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,452 | ±2,736 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,616 | ±860 | 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 | 18,865 | ±798 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,616 | ±860 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,249 | ±396 |
| Median Home Value | $80,400 | ±$5,327 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,040 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $37,496 | ±$4,630 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,923 | ±$1,689 |
| Poverty Rate | 32.1% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 13,558 | ±2,236 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.5% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,226 | ±1,172 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.1% | ±3.4% |
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: 910,530 (2024)
ID: 175697
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: QUALITY MANAGER
160 N MAIN ST, STE 800, MEMPHIS TN 38103-1812
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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 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Memphis, TN | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST MEMPHIS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Memphis, TN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | WEST MEMPHIS, AR |
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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Arkansas State University Mid-South
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College | 8.4 mi away | 2000 W. Broadway, West Memphis, AR, 72301-3829 |
8707336722
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WALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 7181 DELTA BLUFF PARKWAY, WALLS, MS, 38680 |
(662) 781-3664
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Le Moyne-Owen College
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College | 8.8 mi away | 807 Walker Ave, Memphis, TN, 38126-6595 |
9014351000
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LEVI BRANCH
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 3676 HWY 61 S., MEMPHIS, TN, 38109 |
(901) 415-2773
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Visible Music College
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College | 9.5 mi away | 200 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN, 38103 |
9013813939
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SOUTH BRANCH
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 1929 S. THIRD, MEMPHIS, TN, 38109 |
(901) 415-2780
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Remington College-Memphis Campus
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College | 9.6 mi away | 2710 Nonconnah Blvd, Memphis, TN, 38132 |
9012914239
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WEST MEMPHIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 500 E. BROADWAY, WEST MEMPHIS, AR, 72301 |
(870) 732-7590
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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
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College | 9.8 mi away | 875 Monroe Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38163 |
9014485500
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GASTON PARK BRANCH
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 1040 SOUTH 3RD STREET, MEMPHIS, TN, 38106 |
(901) 415-2769
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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 W MEMPHIS, AR US, located 6.1 miles from ZCTA5 38109. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.5° | 31.1° | 39.8° | 4.40" | 0.5" |
| February | 53.6° | 34.1° | 43.8° | 4.39" | 0.7" |
| March | 62.1° | 42.3° | 52.2° | 5.79" | 0.3" |
| April | 71.9° | 51.3° | 61.6° | 5.84" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.4° | 61.2° | 70.8° | 5.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.2° | 69.4° | 78.8° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.6° | 72.7° | 81.7° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.3° | 71.1° | 80.7° | 3.10" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.4° | 64.1° | 74.8° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.7° | 51.8° | 63.3° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.7° | 41.6° | 51.6° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| December | 51.6° | 34.5° | 43.1° | 5.63" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Lynchburg CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Walls town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| West Memphis city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Horn Lake city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Edmondson town | Town | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38109. • 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.