ZIP Code 38127, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38127 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38127 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Shelby County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 39,541. The land area covers 37.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39,541 | ±2,636 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,427 | ±640 | 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 | 17,662 | ±600 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,427 | ±640 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,235 | ±434 |
| Median Home Value | $90,300 | ±$5,983 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,160 | ±$33 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $36,901 | ±$2,188 |
| Per Capita Income | $18,421 | ±$1,403 |
| Poverty Rate | 37.7% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 14,873 | ±2,178 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.5% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,391 | ±939 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.1% | ±2.3% |
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: 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 | PK-05 | Bartlett, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bartlett, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Atoka, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Memphis, 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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Vibe Barber College
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College Vocational | 5.4 mi away | 880 Thomas Street, Memphis, TN, 38107-2538 |
9015783995
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FRAYSER BRANCH
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 3712 ARGONNE, MEMPHIS, TN, 38127 |
(901) 415-2768
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Rhodes College
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College | 6.4 mi away | 2000 North Parkway, Memphis, TN, 38112-1690 |
9018433550
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HOLLYWOOD BRANCH
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 1530 N. HOLLYWOOD, MEMPHIS, TN, 38108 |
(901) 415-2772
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis
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College | 6.4 mi away | 550 Alabama Ave, Memphis, TN, 38105-3604 |
9015436100
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NORTH BRANCH
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 1192 VOLLINTINE, MEMPHIS, TN, 38107 |
(901) 415-2775
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William R Moore College of Technology
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College | 6.8 mi away | 1200 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, 38104-7240 |
9017261977
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RALEIGH BRANCH
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 3452 AUSTIN PEAY HWY., MEMPHIS, TN, 38128 |
(901) 415-2778
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Visible Music College
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College | 6.9 mi away | 200 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN, 38103 |
9013813939
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COSSITT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 33 S. FRONT STREET, MEMPHIS, TN, 38103 |
(901) 415-2766
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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 11.9 miles from ZCTA5 38127. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millington city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
| Memphis city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
| Sunset town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
| Marion city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
| Clarkedale city | City | 11.0 mi | — |
| West Memphis city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38127. • 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.