| City: | Johnson City, Tennessee |
| Names to Avoid: | East Tn State Univ, Etsu, Jc |
| County: | Washington County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:01:18 PM |
| Population: | 4,027 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 423 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 36.3030, -82.3673 |
| Land Area: | 0.493 sq mi |
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ZIP code 37614 isn't a town. It's the East Tennessee State University campus in Johnson City, Tennessee. Of the 4,027 people counted here, 3,404 live in group quarters, which means 85% of the population is housed in dormitories. Median age: 20.1 years. These are college students.
Mail delivery on campus follows the institutional model. The vast majority of ZIP+4 records (1,347 of 1,357) are PO Box type rather than street addresses. ETSU Central Receiving handles packages and bulk mail for university departments. Individual students and staff pick up mail through campus mail services rather than home delivery.
The tiny geographic footprint tells the story. At just 0.15 square miles, this ZIP covers only the core campus area. Street names like University Parkway, Gilbreath Drive, and Jack Vest Drive serve academic and administrative buildings. There are only 10 street delivery records across 7 unique streets.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,027 |
| Group Quarters | 3,404 (85%) |
| Median Age | 20.1 years |
| Households | 169 |
| Pop/Household Ratio | 23.8 |
Demographics confirm the student population. Half of residents 25 and older hold bachelor's degrees. Per capita income is $12,439, typical for students living on stipends, part-time work, and financial aid. Renters occupy 163 of the 169 housing units (96%), and owner-occupancy is nearly nonexistent with just 6 units.
| Race/Ethnicity | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,940 | 73% |
| Black | 571 | 14% |
| Asian | 110 | 3% |
| Two or More Races | 151 | 4% |
| Other | 237 | 6% |
The aliases in the postal database tell you exactly what this place is. USPS recognizes "ETSU" and "EAST TN STATE UNIV" as alternate names, though mail should be addressed to Johnson City, TN 37614. The university has been part of the Johnson City community since 1911.
Standard format:
[Recipient Name]
[Department or Residence Hall]
Johnson City, TN 37614Street names honor university figures and reflect campus infrastructure. Gilbreath Drive likely references a university administrator or donor.
ZIP Code 37614 has 4,027 residents and 169 households (average 3.69 persons per household). The median age is 20.1 years, significantly younger than the state (39.1) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.3% male and 52.7% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (73.0%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (14.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.7%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 4,027Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 2,767Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 8,168.4 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 169Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 3.69Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 6.12Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 1,741 | 1,783 | 1,860 | 1,932 | 1,963 | 1,945 | 1,933 | 1,942 | 1,922 | 1,909 | 2,666 | 2,632 | 2,581 | 2,767 |
| Decennial Census | 2,107 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4,027 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 20.1
Male Median Age: 20.2
Female Median Age: 20
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 14 | 18 | 13 | 823 | 852 | 44 | 18 | 19 | 16 | 12 | 27 | 20 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| Female | 9 | 10 | 18 | 1,055 | 846 | 23 | 19 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 19 | 16 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Total | 23 | 28 | 31 | 1,878 | 1,698 | 67 | 37 | 44 | 42 | 39 | 46 | 36 | 20 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 2 |
| White: | 2,940 | 70.22% |
| Black: | 571 | 13.64% |
| Hispanic:* | 311 | 7.43% |
| Asian: | 110 | 2.63% |
| American Indian: | 18 | 0.43% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 237 | 5.66% |
| Total: | 4,187 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 1,906 | 47.33% | 20.2 years |
| Females: | 2,121 | 52.67% | 20.0 years |
| Total: | 4,027 | 100% | 20.1 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 2,720 | 98.30% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 18 | 0.65% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 29 | 1.05% |
| Total Population: | 2,767 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 2,738 | 98.95% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 29 | 1.05% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $20,662, which is far less than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $20,662 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 45.4%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 7.3%, which is much higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (42.5%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $6,750 | $6,146 | $6,642 | $8,229 | $8,917 | $8,875 | $9,323 | $10,000 | $9,833 | $9,167 | $13,333 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $10,996 | $12,875 | $21,250 | $28,139 | $9,412 | $6,905 | $6,875 | $6,957 | $8,264 | $7,000 | $11,161 | $25,777 | $0 | $20,662 |
| Employed: | 1,164 | 42.07% |
| Unemployed: | 91 | 3.29% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 1,512 | 54.64% |
| Total: | 2,767 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 273 | 23.45% |
| Service: | 495 | 42.53% |
| Sales and Office: | 304 | 26.12% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 92 | 7.90% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 1,164 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 0 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 59 | 100.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 59 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 59 | 100.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0% |
| Total Housing Units: | 59 | 100% |
In 2024, 19.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 12.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 14.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some college, no degree: | 34 | 80.95% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 8 | 19.05% |
| Total: | 42 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 42 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 8 | 19.05% |
| Private Insurance: | 2,230 | 75.06% |
| Public Insurance: | 397 | 13.36% |
| No Insurance: | 344 | 11.58% |
| Total: | 2,971 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 2,627 | 88.42% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,759 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 2,759 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0.00% |
ZIP Code 37614 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 10 business establishments, employing about 62 people with an annual payroll of $2,083,000. USPS data shows 0 residential mailboxes and 4 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 4Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 4Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 10Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $638,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $2,083,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 62Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 37614 is located in Washington County, Tennessee, within the Johnson City, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 27740) and Tennessee's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 198,716 people, about 2.03% of whom live in ZIP Code 37614. It covers 0.493 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Johnson City, TNSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 27740Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 198,716Source: Census |
| MSA: | Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA MSSource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.493 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 01Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 4141.92 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | --Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 4738320Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Johnson City city; TennesseeSource: Census |
ZIP Code 37614 is part of 2 school districts, including: Washington County School District (Grades PK thru 12) and Johnson City School District (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 2 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.