ZIP Code 38555, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38555 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38555 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cumberland County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,584. The land area covers 92.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,584 | ±1,101 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,205 | ±542 | 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 | 9,995 | ±580 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,205 | ±542 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 790 | ±235 |
| Median Home Value | $236,300 | ±$13,969 |
| Median Gross Rent | $804 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,818 | ±$3,572 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,219 | ±$1,529 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.5% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,132 | ±917 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,786 | ±653 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.2% | ±1.1% |
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 CUMBERLAND
GUS Population: 65,618 (2024)
ID: 134852
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MAYOR
2 N MAIN ST, SUITE 203, CROSSVILLE TN 38555-4583
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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 | Crab Orchard, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Crossville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Crossville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Crossville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Crossville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Crossville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Rockwood, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Pleasant Hill, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Crossville, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Spring City, TN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 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 | 5.5 mi away | 910 Miller Avenue, Crossville, TN, 38555 |
9314847502
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ART CIRCLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 3 EAST STREET, CROSSVILLE, TN, 38555 |
(931) 484-6790
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Roane State Community College
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College | 20.2 mi away | 276 Patton Lane, Harriman, TN, 37748 |
8653543000
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AUDREY PACK MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 169 WEST RHEA AVENUE, SPRING CITY, TN, 37381 |
(423) 365-9757
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ROCKWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 117 NORTH FRONT STREET, ROCKWOOD, TN, 37854 |
(865) 354-1281
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BLEDSOE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 478 CUMBERLAND AVENUE, PIKEVILLE, TN, 37367 |
(423) 447-2817
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MONTEREY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 24.1 mi away | 401 E COMMERCIAL AVENUE, MONTEREY, TN, 38574 |
(931) 839-2103
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HARRIMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 601 WALDEN STREET, HARRIMAN, TN, 37748 |
(865) 882-3195
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OAKDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 212 QUEEN STREET, OAKDALE, TN, 37829 |
(423) 369-3051
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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 CROSSVILLE MEM AP, TN US, located 7.4 miles from ZCTA5 38555. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.3° | 26.4° | 35.3° | 4.95" | — |
| February | 48.1° | 29.5° | 38.8° | 5.13" | — |
| March | 56.3° | 35.7° | 46.0° | 5.44" | — |
| April | 66.4° | 44.4° | 55.4° | 5.47" | — |
| May | 73.5° | 52.9° | 63.2° | 5.18" | — |
| June | 80.1° | 60.4° | 70.2° | 4.93" | — |
| July | 83.2° | 64.4° | 73.8° | 5.46" | — |
| August | 82.7° | 63.1° | 72.9° | 3.61" | — |
| September | 77.3° | 56.6° | 67.0° | 4.14" | — |
| October | 67.5° | 45.2° | 56.4° | 3.14" | — |
| November | 56.3° | 35.6° | 46.0° | 4.74" | — |
| December | 47.4° | 30.2° | 38.8° | 5.34" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Tansi CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Crossville city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Crab Orchard city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Fairfield Glade CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
| Bowman CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
| Pleasant Hill town | Town | 13.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38555. • 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.