ZIP Code 38128, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38128 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38128 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Shelby County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,162. The land area covers 23.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,162 | ±2,407 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 31.5 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,864 | ±744 | 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 | 18,059 | ±717 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,864 | ±744 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,195 | ±313 |
| Median Home Value | $138,000 | ±$13,100 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,196 | ±$42 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,645 | ±$3,797 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,644 | ±$2,058 |
| Poverty Rate | 20% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,363 | ±1,505 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,708 | ±1,441 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±2.5% |
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 | |
| 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 | PK-05 | Arlington, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Arlington, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Arlington, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-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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Southwest Tennessee Community College
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College | 5.5 mi away | 5983 Macon Cove, Memphis, TN, 38134 |
9013335000
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RALEIGH BRANCH
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 3452 AUSTIN PEAY HWY., MEMPHIS, TN, 38128 |
(901) 415-2778
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Rhodes College
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College | 6.1 mi away | 2000 North Parkway, Memphis, TN, 38112-1690 |
9018433550
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HOLLYWOOD BRANCH
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 1530 N. HOLLYWOOD, MEMPHIS, TN, 38108 |
(901) 415-2772
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Paul Mitchell the School-Memphis
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College Vocational | 6.7 mi away | 3419 Plaza Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38111 |
9013771701
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FRAYSER BRANCH
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 3712 ARGONNE, MEMPHIS, TN, 38127 |
(901) 415-2768
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Memphis Theological Seminary
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College | 7.1 mi away | 168 East Parkway South, Memphis, TN, 38104 |
9014588232
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BARTLETT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 6382 STAGE ROAD, BARTLETT, TN, 38134 |
(901) 415-2761
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Massage Institute of Memphis
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College Vocational | 7.2 mi away | 2076 Union Avenue, Suite 202, Memphis, TN, 38104-4138 |
9017264665
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RANDOLPH BRANCH
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 3752 GIVEN, MEMPHIS, TN, 38122 |
(901) 415-2779
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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 MEMPHIS WFO, TN US, located 9.6 miles from ZCTA5 38128. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.4° | 29.9° | 39.6° | 4.34" | 0.8" |
| February | 54.1° | 32.7° | 43.4° | 4.77" | 1.1" |
| March | 63.1° | 40.1° | 51.6° | 5.74" | 0.8" |
| April | 72.7° | 49.0° | 60.8° | 5.85" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.1° | 59.1° | 70.1° | 5.48" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.4° | 67.5° | 78.0° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.3° | 71.0° | 81.1° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.7° | 69.2° | 79.9° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.3° | 61.9° | 73.6° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.6° | 49.7° | 62.2° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.1° | 39.1° | 50.6° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.4° | 32.8° | 42.6° | 5.68" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Millington city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Memphis city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Lakeland city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
| Germantown city | City | 12.8 mi | — |
| Arlington town | Town | 15.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38128. • 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.