ZIP Code 37723 in Crab Orchard, TN

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Crab Orchard, Tennessee
County:Cumberland County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:02:02 PM
Population:977 [See All]
Area Code:931
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:35.9623, -84.8095
Land Area:56.441 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 37723 has 977 residents and 394 households (average 2.48 persons per household). The median age is 44.8 years, older than the state (39.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.7% male and 50.3% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.7%). Largest groups are White (92.5%, much higher than the state average of 72.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.4%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:977Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:1,420Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:880Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:17.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$60,526Source: Census ACS
Households:394Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$167,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.48Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.04Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,0609449359601,0079758928759241,0381,1541,2731,3071,420
Decennial Census944------------------977--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 44.8

Male Median Age: 46.5

Female Median Age: 42.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male3017393129233113224146562922222393
Female28303925232823293020343037352936141
Total58477856525154425261808666575159234
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:90494.86%
Black:70.73%
Hispanic:*232.41%
Asian:30.31%
American Indian:40.42%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:121.26%
Total:953100%
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:48649.74%46.5 years
Females:49150.26%42.9 years
Total:977100%44.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,420100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:1,420100%
Total Native Population:1,420100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $60,526, which is far less than the national median ($80,734), is up $25,776 (74.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $17,609. Family households earn a median of $67,344 versus $36,442 for nonfamily households (a difference of $30,902). By gender, male median income is $59,643 and female is $53,235, which is lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $6,408 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 48.6%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 12.8%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (30.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$34,750$36,250$39,167$37,250$37,188$36,932$33,571$33,333$42,917$37,477$52,404$56,540$59,028$60,526
Median Family Income$41,726$46,328$46,250$43,438$48,000$48,750$50,625$51,250$62,000$50,861$53,727$63,333$67,000$67,344
Median NonFamily Income$23,299$19,712$25,043$25,278$18,333$20,341$18,000$18,472$19,722$23,625$36,250$50,417$39,688$36,442
Median Male Income$32,143$38,947$47,500$45,500$0$46,071$39,107$39,583$51,042$47,798$51,406$53,295$57,841$59,643
Median Female Income$28,523$28,194$27,083$27,383$0$25,691$25,750$25,063$26,607$34,659$42,054$45,556$45,938$53,235
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:49642.39%
Unemployed:736.24%
Not In Labor Force:60151.37%
Total:1,170100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:14930.04%
Service:7715.52%
Sales and Office:13627.42%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:265.24%
Production, transportation, and material moving:10821.77%
Total Civilian Employed Population:496100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $167,700, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $54,600 (48.28%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $64,900. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $682 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $676. Of occupied housing, owners make up 84.56% (43.30% with a mortgage, 56.70% free-and-clear) and renters 15.44% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 15.32%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$113,100$100,000$85,800$83,900$85,600$82,700$89,000$104,500$102,800$100,300$107,000$124,900$130,300$167,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:10.95%
$500 to $999:3836.19%
$1,000 to $1,499:3735.24%
$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:2927.62%
Total:105100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$682$715$719$716$619$628$670$676$676$533$598$640$645$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):24936.62%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):32647.94%
Renter Occupied:10515.44%
Total Occupied Housing Units:680100%

Occupied Housing Units:68084.68%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):12315.32%
Total Housing Units:803100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:55569.12%
Multi-Family Units:728.97%
Other Units:17621.92%
Total Housing Units:803100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 8.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 91.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 8.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 52.30%, which is well above the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 6.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 15.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 21.40 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 (57.65%). College enrollment is 6.76%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:272.66%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:605.91%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):68167.09%
Some college, no degree:969.46%
Associate's degree:686.70%
Bachelor's degree:656.40%
Graduate or professional degree:181.77%
Total:1,015100%
High school or higher:92891.43%
Bachelor's degree or higher:838.18%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:78047.50%
Public Insurance:74345.25%
No Insurance:1197.25%
Total:1,642100%
Has Health Insurance:1,52392.75%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty18.5%13.6%13.6%8.1%13.2%19.1%20.4%26.2%24.8%10.5%10.0%6.4%3.4%6.2%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:72.49%
Kindergarten:4214.95%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):16257.65%
High school (grades 9-12):5118.15%
College or graduate school:196.76%
Total:281100%
Early Childhood:4917.44%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):25590.75%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 37723 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 10 business establishments, employing about 110 people with an annual payroll of $5,394,000. USPS data shows 355 residential mailboxes and 6 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:355Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:6Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:746Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:352Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:10Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,538,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$5,394,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:110Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 37723 is located in Cumberland County, Tennessee, within the Crossville, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 18900) and Tennessee's 6th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 56,053 people, about 1.74% of whom live in ZIP Code 37723. It covers 56.441 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.019 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Crossville, TNSource: Census
CBSA Number:18900Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:56,053Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:56.441 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.019 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:06Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6474.21 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4717840Source: Census
Place Name:Crab Orchard city; TennesseeSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


37724 | | 37722

Schools in ZIP Code 37723


ZIP Code 37723 is in the Cumberland County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 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.

Crab Orchard Elementary 240 School Rd
Crab Orchard, TN 37723
District: Cumberland County School District
New System School Inc. 520 W Bates St
Rockwood, TN 37854
District: Private SchoolNearby
New System School Inc, Florida Office 600 N Front St
Rockwood, TN 37854
District: Private SchoolNearby
Inez Wrenn Sda School 2337 W Ave
Crossville, TN 38555
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 37723


Roane State Community College 276 Patton Lane
Harriman, TN 37748
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Crossville 910 Miller Avenue
Crossville, TN 38555
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Harriman 1745 Harriman Highway
Harriman, TN 37748-5849
Type: Post Secondary
Sweetwater Institute Of Cosmetology 409 Sweetwater-Vonore Road
Sweetwater, TN 37874-3026
Type: Post Secondary
Bryan College-Dayton 721 Bryan Drive
Dayton, TN 37321
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville 355 Scott High Drive
Huntsville, TN 37756-4149
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 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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