ZIP Code 38461, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38461 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38461 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hickman County / Lewis County / Maury County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,460. The land area covers 72.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,460 | ±507 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.1 yrs | ±14.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 549 | ±181 | 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 | 632 | ±174 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 549 | ±181 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 83 | ±72 |
| Median Home Value | $418,300 | ±$92,120 |
| 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 | $66,406 | ±$11,548 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,482 | ±$6,715 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% | ±19.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 314 | ±305 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.5% | ±10.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 530 | ±215 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.1% | ±35% |
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: 25,859 (2024)
ID: 194091
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER - 5TH DISTRICT MEMBER
4393 CEDAR STREET, CENTERVILLE TN 37033
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Centerville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Centerville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Columbia, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Hampshire, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Centerville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Centerville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-12 | Centerville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Columbia, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Mt Pleasant, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Columbia, 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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Columbia State Community College
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College | 13.5 mi away | 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN, 38401 |
9315402730
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MT. PLEASANT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 200 HAY LONG AVENUE, MT PLEASANT, TN, 38474 |
(931) 379-3752
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hohenwald
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College | 13.5 mi away | 813 West Main, Hohenwald, TN, 38462-2201 |
9317965351
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LEWIS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 15 KYLE AVENUE, HOHENWALD, TN, 38462 |
(931) 796-5365
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Lawrenceburg Technical College
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College Vocational | 24.5 mi away | 113 South Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, TN, 38464 |
9317669900
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HICKMAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 120 WEST SWAN STREET, CENTERVILLE, TN, 37033 |
(931) 729-5130
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MAURY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 211 WEST EIGHTH STREET, COLUMBIA, TN, 38401 |
(931) 375-6502
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EAST HICKMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 5009 HWY 100, LYLES, TN, 37098 |
(931) 670-5767
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LYNNVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 24.1 mi away | 105 MILL STREET, LYNNVILLE, TN, 38472 |
(931) 527-0707
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LAWRENCE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.6 mi away | 519 EAST GAINES STREET, LAWRENCEBURG, TN, 38464 |
(931) 762-4627
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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 MT PLEASANT 1N, TN US, located 8.2 miles from ZCTA5 38461. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.3° | 27.1° | 37.2° | 5.25" | — |
| February | 52.3° | 31.3° | 41.8° | 5.14" | — |
| March | 61.3° | 38.4° | 49.8° | 6.00" | — |
| April | 71.6° | 47.4° | 59.5° | 5.42" | — |
| May | 79.9° | 58.4° | 69.1° | 6.27" | — |
| June | 87.6° | 66.7° | 77.2° | 5.40" | — |
| July | 90.5° | 69.2° | 79.9° | 4.78" | — |
| August | 89.6° | 66.4° | 78.0° | 3.96" | — |
| September | 83.7° | 59.2° | 71.4° | 5.34" | — |
| October | 72.5° | 46.6° | 59.5° | 3.89" | — |
| November | 61.2° | 36.3° | 48.7° | 4.26" | — |
| December | 50.9° | 30.3° | 40.6° | 6.52" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Summertown CDP | CDP | 11.2 mi | — |
| Hohenwald city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
| Columbia city | City | 16.7 mi | — |
| Centerville town | Town | 16.9 mi | — |
| Ethridge town | Town | 19.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38461. • 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.