ZIP Code 38453, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38453 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38453 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Giles County / Lincoln County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 525. The land area covers 17.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 525 | ±206 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 31.3 yrs | ±10.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 166 | ±54 | 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 | 169 | ±54 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 166 | ±54 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $480,400 | ±$144,446 |
| 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 | $75,208 | ±$48,837 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,810 | ±$25,354 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.7% | ±32.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 156 | ±180 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.6% | ±12.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 179 | ±71 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 64.5% | ±10.6% |
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: 30,971 (2024)
ID: 184263
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
PO BOX 678, PULASKI TN 38478-0678
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Ardmore, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Taft, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Pulaski, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ardmore, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elkmont, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Elkmont, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Prospect, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fayetteville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fayetteville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Pulaski, 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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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski
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College | 12.0 mi away | 1233 E College St, Pulaski, TN, 38478-0614 |
9314244014
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ELKTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 110 MAIN STREET, ELKTON, TN, 38455 |
(931) 468-2506
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The Hair Academy LLC
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College Vocational | 13.7 mi away | 513 West College Street, Fayetteville, TN, 37334-0135 |
9314331305
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ARDMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 25836 MAIN STREET, ARDMORE, TN, 38449 |
(931) 427-4883
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The University of Tennessee Southern
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College | 13.7 mi away | 433 West Madison Street, Pulaski, TN, 38478-2799 |
9313639800
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GILES COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 122 SOUTH SECOND STREET, PULASKI, TN, 38478 |
(931) 363-2720
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Athens State University
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College | 23.2 mi away | 300 N Beaty St, Athens, AL, 35611 |
2562338100
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FAYETTEVILLE-LINCOLN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 306 ELK AVENUE NORTH, FAYETTEVILLE, TN, 37334 |
(931) 433-3286
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HUNTSVILLE PUBLIC - TILLMAN HILL BRANCH
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 131 KNOWLEDGE DRIVE, HAZEL GREEN, AL, 35750 |
(256) 828-9529
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MINOR HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 108 PICKETT DRIVE, MINOR HILL, TN, 38473 |
(931) 565-3699
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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 ARDMORE, TN US, located 9.1 miles from ZCTA5 38453. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.9° | 29.9° | 40.9° | 4.77" | — |
| February | 57.4° | 32.7° | 45.1° | 5.39" | — |
| March | 66.1° | 40.0° | 53.1° | 5.44" | — |
| April | 75.0° | 48.3° | 61.7° | 5.10" | — |
| May | 81.5° | 58.4° | 70.0° | 3.82" | — |
| June | 87.7° | 66.7° | 77.2° | 4.90" | — |
| July | 90.8° | 70.1° | 80.5° | 4.92" | — |
| August | 90.5° | 68.0° | 79.3° | 3.57" | — |
| September | 85.3° | 61.7° | 73.5° | 3.54" | — |
| October | 76.3° | 49.4° | 62.9° | 3.22" | — |
| November | 64.8° | 38.7° | 51.8° | 4.01" | — |
| December | 55.1° | 32.7° | 43.9° | 7.00" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dellrose CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Frankewing CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Elkton city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Blanche CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Ardmore city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Taft CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38453. • 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.