ZIP Code 38553, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38553 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38553 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fentress County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,521. The land area covers 48.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,521 | ±689 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±6.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,070 | ±242 | 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 | 1,070 | ±242 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,070 | ±242 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±14 |
| Median Home Value | $174,800 | ±$102,273 |
| 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 | $63,500 | ±$19,259 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,443 | ±$3,370 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.2% | ±10.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 433 | ±296 |
| Unemployment Rate | 12% | ±13.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 842 | ±332 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.6% | ±8.8% |
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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COUNTY OF FENTRESS
GUS Population: 20,129 (2024)
ID: 175671
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
101 S MAIN ST, JAMESTOWN TN 38556-3700
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Allardt, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Monterey, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Clarkrange, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Allardt, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Monterey, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Crossville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Grimsley, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Crawford, TN | |
| 6 Nearby | 6-13 | MONTEREY, TN | |
| 4 Nearby | 2-17 | JAMESTOWN, 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-Upper Cumberland
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College | 17.8 mi away | 910 Miller Avenue, Crossville, TN, 38555 |
9314847502
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DEER LODGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 110 CORINNE AVE, DEER LODGE, TN, 37726 |
(423) 965-0101
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Livingston
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College | 21.9 mi away | 740 Hi Tech Dr, Livingston, TN, 38570 |
93182355250
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MONTEREY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 401 E COMMERCIAL AVENUE, MONTEREY, TN, 38574 |
(931) 839-2103
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FENTRESS COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 306 SOUTH MAIN STREET, JAMESTOWN, TN, 38556 |
(931) 879-7512
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ART CIRCLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 3 EAST STREET, CROSSVILLE, TN, 38555 |
(931) 484-6790
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SUNBRIGHT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 8240 MORGAN CO. HWY., SUNBRIGHT, TN, 37872 |
(423) 628-0353
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MILLARD OAKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 107 EAST MAIN STREET, LIVINGSTON, TN, 38570 |
(931) 823-1888
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WARTBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 514 SPRING ST., WARTBURG, TN, 37887 |
(423) 346-0201
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ALGOOD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 25.0 mi away | 125 FOURTH AVENUE NORTH, ALGOOD, TN, 38506 |
(931) 537-3240
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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 ALLARDT, TN US, located 14.2 miles from ZCTA5 38553. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.4° | 27.1° | 35.8° | 4.94" | 4.0" |
| February | 48.9° | 29.9° | 39.4° | 5.03" | 3.8" |
| March | 57.1° | 36.3° | 46.7° | 5.75" | 2.4" |
| April | 67.2° | 44.8° | 56.0° | 5.36" | 0.4" |
| May | 73.4° | 52.8° | 63.1° | 5.22" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.8° | 60.4° | 70.1° | 5.56" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.5° | 64.5° | 73.5° | 5.70" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.4° | 62.8° | 72.6° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.6° | 56.6° | 67.1° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.0° | 45.7° | 56.9° | 3.17" | 0.1" |
| November | 56.2° | 36.2° | 46.2° | 4.69" | 0.1" |
| December | 47.4° | 30.1° | 38.8° | 5.71" | 2.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkrange CDP | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| Grimsley CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Bowman CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Allardt city | City | 14.1 mi | — |
| Monterey town | Town | 15.0 mi | — |
| Fairfield Glade CDP | CDP | 15.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38553. • 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.