ZIP Code 38556, Tennessee
ZIP Code 38556 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38556 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fentress County / Pickett County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,936. The land area covers 315.88 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,936 | ±732 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.4 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,418 | ±308 | 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 | 6,478 | ±287 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,418 | ±308 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,060 | ±233 |
| Median Home Value | $160,700 | ±$21,799 |
| Median Gross Rent | $634 | ±$277 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,443 | ±$9,078 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,927 | ±$2,111 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.9% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,052 | ±630 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,670 | ±561 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.8% | ±4% |
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 | 09-12 | Jamestown, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Clarkrange, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Allardt, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Byrdstown, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Byrdstown, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Jamestown, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Grimsley, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Sunbright, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Crawford, 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-Livingston
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College | 21.7 mi away | 740 Hi Tech Dr, Livingston, TN, 38570 |
93182355250
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FENTRESS COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 306 SOUTH MAIN STREET, JAMESTOWN, TN, 38556 |
(931) 879-7512
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville
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College | 22.2 mi away | 355 Scott High Drive, Huntsville, TN, 37756-4149 |
4236634900
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PICKETT COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 79 PICKETT SQUARE ANNEX, BYRDSTOWN, TN, 38549 |
(931) 864-6281
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DEER LODGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 110 CORINNE AVE, DEER LODGE, TN, 37726 |
(423) 965-0101
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SUNBRIGHT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 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 | 22.0 mi away | 107 EAST MAIN STREET, LIVINGSTON, TN, 38570 |
(931) 823-1888
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CLINTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 302 KING DRIVE, ALBANY, KY, 42602 |
(606) 387-5989
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CLINTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 302 KING DRIVE, ALBANY, KY, 42602 |
(606) 387-5989
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ONEIDA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 290 SOUTH MAIN STREET, ONEIDA, TN, 37841 |
(423) 569-8634
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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 JAMESTOWN, TN US, located 1.5 miles from ZCTA5 38556. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.6° | 24.9° | 34.7° | 5.03" | 3.2" |
| February | 48.6° | 27.3° | 37.9° | 4.86" | 5.7" |
| March | 57.8° | 34.2° | 46.0° | 5.52" | 4.8" |
| April | 67.5° | 42.2° | 54.8° | 5.46" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.7° | 52.5° | 63.6° | 5.31" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.8° | 60.4° | 71.1° | 5.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.3° | 63.9° | 74.1° | 5.29" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.0° | 63.1° | 73.5° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.1° | 55.9° | 67.0° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.8° | 43.7° | 56.2° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.3° | 34.0° | 45.6° | 4.11" | 0.3" |
| December | 48.0° | 28.3° | 38.2° | 6.26" | 4.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamestown city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Allardt city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Grimsley CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Clarkrange CDP | CDP | 16.0 mi | — |
| Byrdstown town | Town | 16.2 mi | — |
| Sunbright city | City | 17.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38556. • 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.