ZIP Code 37642 in Church Hill, TN

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Church Hill, Tennessee
County:Hawkins County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:10:50:11 PM
Population:15,041 [See All]
Area Code:423
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:36.4932, -82.7304
Land Area:56.227 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 37642 has 15,041 residents and 6,371 households (average 2.35 persons per household). The median age is 46.6 years, significantly older than the state (39.1) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.9% male and 51.1% female, which is about the same as the state male share (48.7%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (94.5%, much higher than the state average of 72.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:15,041Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:14,491Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:16,285Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:267.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$63,963Source: Census ACS
Households:6,371Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$178,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.35Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.89Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--14,47314,27213,82813,97414,54414,64714,72415,32714,96114,65814,87315,13814,491
Decennial Census14,947------------------15,041------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 46.6

Male Median Age: 45.4

Female Median Age: 47.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male36936846047044238938039136950661857652448043134116088
Female346369420414410412349438393565634573556480559357225179
Total7157378808848528017298297621,0711,2521,1491,080960990698385267
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:14,21896.58%
Black:1410.96%
Hispanic:*2031.38%
Asian:520.35%
American Indian:220.15%
Hawaiian:60.04%
Other:790.54%
Total:14,721100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:7,36248.95%45.4 years
Females:7,67951.05%47.9 years
Total:15,041100%46.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:14,39599.34%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:520.36%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:440.30%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.30%
Total Population:14,491100%
Total Native Population:14,44799.70%
Total Foreign-born Population:440.30%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $63,963, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $26,740 (71.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $19,653. Family households earn a median of $75,156 versus $28,629 for nonfamily households (a difference of $46,527). By gender, male median income is $54,378 and female is $41,188, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $13,190 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 52.8%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 8.8%, which is far worse than the state rate (4.7%). The largest occupation group is Management (33.2%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$37,223$37,058$40,561$40,994$40,662$42,127$43,622$43,151$44,310$51,508$54,231$59,525$63,963
Median Family Income$43,610$43,763$48,264$49,015$49,924$54,153$54,928$57,009$59,569$66,618$72,117$72,568$75,156
Median NonFamily Income$23,810$21,949$22,168$22,563$21,076$21,898$23,644$22,190$24,196$28,357$30,417$27,035$28,629
Median Male Income$39,847$42,690$44,859$45,329$44,620$43,874$43,237$45,977$46,542$46,215$49,802$53,004$54,378
Median Female Income$25,848$26,800$27,646$28,199$26,566$28,231$29,381$30,771$31,042$34,509$35,688$38,769$41,188
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:5,69047.73%
Unemployed:5524.63%
Not In Labor Force:5,68047.64%
Total:11,922100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:1,88833.18%
Service:94216.56%
Sales and Office:1,17220.60%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:5679.96%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,12119.70%
Total Civilian Employed Population:5,690100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $178,000, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $66,200 (59.21%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $43,500. The median gross rent is $923, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $395 (74.81%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $267. Of occupied housing, owners make up 83.07% (53.93% with a mortgage, 46.07% free-and-clear) and renters 16.93% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 14.79%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$111,800$109,600$114,600$114,100$118,300$117,600$124,600$128,100$134,500$136,400$142,300$164,200$178,000
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:504.96%
$500 to $999:55054.56%
$1,000 to $1,499:31230.95%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:969.52%
Total:1,008100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$528$530$592$631$659$663$657$626$656$692$729$857$923
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,66844.80%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,27938.27%
Renter Occupied:1,00816.93%
Total Occupied Housing Units:5,955100%

Occupied Housing Units:5,95585.21%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,03414.79%
Total Housing Units:6,989100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:4,96271.00%
Multi-Family Units:6589.41%
Other Units:1,36919.59%
Total Housing Units:6,989100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 16.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 91.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 8.60%, which is on par with the state rate (10.10%). The share of people in poverty is 6.20%, which is generally lower than the state rate (9.90%), down 4.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.70 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (37.31%). College enrollment is 22.75%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:3833.62%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:5355.05%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4,50742.55%
Some college, no degree:2,13620.17%
Associate's degree:1,32212.48%
Bachelor's degree:1,16711.02%
Graduate or professional degree:5415.11%
Total:10,591100%
High school or higher:9,67391.33%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,70816.13%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:9,75759.12%
Public Insurance:5,50733.37%
No Insurance:1,2397.51%
Total:16,503100%
Has Health Insurance:15,26492.49%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty10.3%12.6%9.2%8.8%11.2%10.6%9.9%10.3%10.9%8.3%7.2%6.6%6.2%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:2469.36%
Kindergarten:2087.91%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):98137.31%
High school (grades 9-12):59622.67%
College or graduate school:59822.75%
Total:2,629100%
Early Childhood:45417.27%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,78567.90%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 37642 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 111 business establishments, employing about 2,008 people with an annual payroll of $107,529,000. USPS data shows 6,930 residential mailboxes and 123 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:6,930Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:123Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:7,549Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:5,889Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:111Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$25,814,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$107,529,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,008Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 37642 is located in Hawkins County, Tennessee, within the Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 28700) and Tennessee's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 309,580 people, about 4.86% of whom live in ZIP Code 37642. It covers 56.227 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.948 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VASource: Census
CBSA Number:28700Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:309,580Source: Census
MSA:Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA MSSource: Census
Land Area:56.227 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.948 sq miSource: 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:4714980Source: Census
Place Name:Church Hill city; TennesseeSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


37643 | | 37641

Schools in ZIP Code 37642


ZIP Code 37642 is in the Hawkins County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 6 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.

Carter's Valley Elementary 1006 N Central Ave
Church Hill, TN 37642
District: Hawkins County School District
Church Hill Elementary 400 Old Stage Rd
Church Hill, TN 37642
District: Hawkins County School District
Church Hill Middle School 211 Oak Dr
Church Hill, TN 37642
District: Hawkins County School District
Mcpheeter's Bend Elementary 1115 Goshen Val Rd
Church Hill, TN 37642
District: Hawkins County School District
Volunteer High School 1050 Volunteer Blvd
Church Hill, TN 37642
District: Hawkins County School District
Church Hill Intermediate School 301 Park Ave
Church Hill, TN 37642
District: Hawkins County School District
St Paul's Day School & Kindergarten 160 E Sevier Ave
Kingsport, TN 37660
District: Private SchoolNearby
Cedar View Christian School 1900 Flanders St
Kingsport, TN 37665
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Dominic School 1474 E Center St
Kingsport, TN 37664
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 37642


Northeast State Community College 2425 Hwy 75
Blountville, TN 37617-0246
Type: Post Secondary
Ross Medical Education Center-Johnson City 3021 East Oakland Avenue
Johnson City, TN 37601-1526
Type: Post Secondary
Tusculum University 60 Shiloh Road
Greeneville, TN 37743
Type: Post Secondary
Jenny Lea Academy Of Cosmetology 222 E Unaka Ave
Johnson City, TN 37601-4626
Type: Post Secondary
East Tennessee State University 1276 Gilbreath Drive
Johnson City, TN 37614
Type: Post Secondary
Mountain Empire Community College 3441 Mountain Empire Road
Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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