37828 Norris, TN - A Planned Community with PO Box-Only Mail

ZIP Code 37828, Norris

Small Town

LocationAnderson County, TN

Area4.4 sq mi

Population1,458

Households664

PO Boxes801 Regional Hub (121%)

Median Age49.9 years

ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004

Key Facts

This is a PO Box Only Zone. There is no alternative mail delivery across the 4.4 square mile territory, making PO Boxes the only option for receiving mail
The post office maintains 801 PO Boxes for 664 households (1.21 adoption rate), serving both local residents and surrounding areas without carrier delivery
Despite being a PO Box ZIP, rural carrier routes (117 records) and a small city carrier route (2 records) exist, suggesting limited but present street addressing for rural delivery
Education levels are exceptionally high, with 56.1% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher, more than double the national average
Employment is concentrated in transportation/warehousing/utilities (368 workers) and public administration (188 workers), suggesting proximity to TVA or government facilities
Street names like CCC Camp Road, Powerhouse Road, and Reservoir Road point to Tennessee Valley Authority connections and planned community development history

Community Overview

Norris, Tennessee operates as a PO Box Only Zone across its 4.4 square mile territory. With 801 PO Boxes serving 1,458 residents (664 households), the post office maintains a 1.21 adoption rate that exceeds local household count. This isn't just a convenience. It's the only way to receive mail in this community, which is designated by USPS as having no alternative delivery options.

Postal Services and Delivery Patterns

The town has limited street delivery infrastructure despite its established character. Rural routes handle most addressing (117 rural route records versus just 2 city carrier records), with mixed Urban+Rural delivery patterns that suggest a compact town center surrounded by spread-out residential areas. Street names like Chestnut Drive, Oak Road, and Dogwood Road indicate a planned community with nature-themed naming. More revealing are streets like CCC Camp Road, Powerhouse Road, and Reservoir Road, which point to infrastructure and Tennessee Valley Authority connections in the area's development.

Local Character

Norris residents are notably educated and established. With 56.1% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median age of 49.9 years, this is a mature, well-educated community. The median household income of $74,698 sits above Tennessee averages, and median home values of $307,000 suggest a stable, middle-class town. Employment patterns are distinctive: 368 workers (a significant portion of the workforce) are employed in transportation, warehousing, and utilities, while 188 work in public administration. Only 38 business establishments operate here with 280 total employees, indicating many residents commute to larger employment centers. Knoxville neighborhoods are 16-17 miles away.

Housing Patterns

Homeownership dominates, with 502 owner-occupied units versus 162 rentals. A small institutionalized population of 46 people exists, likely a nursing home or assisted living facility given the community's age profile. Vacancy rates are low (50 vacant units of 714 total), with just 4 seasonal units, confirming this is a year-round residential community rather than vacation territory.

Mailing Information

All mail to Norris addresses must use a PO Box. Street addresses aren't valid for delivery in this PO Box Only Zone.

Street Name Patterns

Nature Names Infrastructure References Planned Community

Street names blend nature themes (Chestnut, Oak, Pine, Dogwood) with infrastructure references (Powerhouse Rd, Reservoir Rd, CCC Camp Rd) that suggest TVA-era planned community development.

Nearby Areas

Oakwood Belle Morris Beaumont Old North Knoxville Western Heights

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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 37828 has 1,458 residents and 664 households (average 2.13 persons per household). The median age is 49.9 years, significantly older than the state (39.1) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.7% male and 52.3% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (94.6%, much higher than the state average of 72.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.7%, 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:	1,458Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	1,371Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	454.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$78,750Source: Census ACS

Households:	664Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$315,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.13Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	2.70Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	1,533	1,622	1,708	1,771	1,832	1,515	1,405	1,264	1,084	1,457	1,489	1,447	1,348	1,371
Decennial Census	1,430	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	1,458	--	--	--	--

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: 49.9

Male Median Age: 45.6

Female Median Age: 54.1

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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	30	44	44	47	37	29	30	26	46	49	38	47	49	64	48	33	22	12
Female	22	34	43	51	26	22	32	40	37	42	47	56	65	86	67	46	18	29
Total	52	78	87	98	63	51	62	66	83	91	85	103	114	150	115	79	40	41

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	1,379	96.10%
Black:	2	0.14%
Hispanic:*	25	1.74%
Asian:	9	0.63%
American Indian:	5	0.35%
Hawaiian:	0	0%
Other:	15	1.05%
Total:	1,435	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	695	47.67%	45.6 years
Females:	763	52.33%	54.1 years
Total:	1,458	100%	49.9 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	1,329	96.94%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	10	0.73%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	25	1.82%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	7	2.33%
Total Population:	1,371	100%
Total Native Population:	1,339	97.67%
Total Foreign-born Population:	32	2.33%

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 $78,750, which is slightly below the national median ($80,734), is up $24,537 (45.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $24,318. Family households earn a median of $130,592 versus $37,645 for nonfamily households (a difference of $92,947). By gender, male median income is $89,821 and female is $54,575, which is a bit under the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $35,246 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 52.0%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (57.4%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Household Income	$54,213	$57,393	$60,446	$63,571	$60,000	$66,944	$59,191	$56,667	$54,432	$62,321	$60,625	$71,917	$74,698	$78,750
Median Family Income	$73,750	$85,223	$82,083	$88,889	$87,763	$82,692	$82,813	$95,938	$105,909	$120,000	$123,667	$129,635	$126,630	$130,592
Median NonFamily Income	$32,273	$30,833	$30,875	$27,750	$24,766	$29,167	$28,125	$30,417	$25,469	$29,286	$29,035	$32,792	$35,040	$37,645
Median Male Income	$42,063	$44,904	$51,591	$56,375	$54,000	$54,155	$62,880	$59,886	$70,694	$70,833	$95,769	$103,750	$92,321	$89,821
Median Female Income	$40,000	$38,421	$39,315	$40,268	$40,543	$42,500	$43,409	$44,931	$46,375	$42,500	$45,739	$52,583	$51,477	$54,575

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	655	52.03%
Unemployed:	0	0.00%
Not In Labor Force:	604	47.97%
Total:	1,259	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	376	57.40%
Service:	64	9.77%
Sales and Office:	100	15.27%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	66	10.08%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	49	7.48%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	655	100%

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 $315,200, which is generally lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $128,700 (69.01%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $108,000. The median gross rent is $1,033, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $379 (57.95%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $112. Of occupied housing, owners make up 76.79% (57.42% with a mortgage, 42.58% free-and-clear) and renters 23.21% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 2.80%, which is much lower 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)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Home Value	$186,500	$214,400	$219,400	$224,800	$214,700	$223,100	$213,400	$216,200	$207,200	$258,300	$258,900	$297,400	$307,000	$315,200

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	30	17.75%
$500 to $999:	35	20.71%
$1,000 to $1,499:	69	40.83%
$1,500 to $1,999:	14	8.28%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	21	12.43%
Total:	169	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Rent	$654	$666	$652	$663	$677	$789	$743	$815	$921	$811	$896	$994	$1,072	$1,033

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	321	44.09%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	238	32.69%
Renter Occupied:	169	23.21%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	728	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	728	97.20%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	21	2.80%
Total Housing Units:	749	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	611	81.58%
Multi-Family Units:	138	18.42%
Other Units:	0	0.00%
Total Housing Units:	749	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2024, 54.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 97.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 4.50%, which is falls below the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 3.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), down 2.10 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.20 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (44.59%). College enrollment is 44.59%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	15	1.29%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	14	1.20%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	205	17.64%
Some college, no degree:	223	19.19%
Associate's degree:	70	6.02%
Bachelor's degree:	303	26.08%
Graduate or professional degree:	332	28.57%
Total:	1,162	100%
High school or higher:	1,133	97.50%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	635	54.65%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	1,100	63.00%
Public Insurance:	585	33.51%
No Insurance:	61	3.49%
Total:	1,746	100%
Has Health Insurance:	1,685	96.51%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
% of People in Poverty	5.3%	2.2%	2.2%	6.0%	4.2%	4.7%	5.1%	6.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.7%	3.4%	3.2%	3.1%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	0	0.00%
Kindergarten:	0	0.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	67	42.68%
High school (grades 9-12):	20	12.74%
College or graduate school:	70	44.59%
Total:	157	100%
Early Childhood:	0	0.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	87	55.41%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Norris, Tennessee
County:	Anderson County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	9:02:50 PM
Population:	1,458 [See All]
Area Code:	865
Classification:	PO Box
Coordinates:	36.1982, -84.0671
Land Area:	3.205 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/37828/zip-code-37828.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	997Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	34Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$4,066,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$16,661,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	339Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Knoxville, TNSource: Census
CBSA Number:	28940Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	698,030Source: Census
MSA:	Knoxville, TN MSASource: Census
Land Area:	3.205 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	--Source: Census

Congressional District:	03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	4570.32 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	4753600Source: Census
Place Name:	Norris city; TennesseeSource: Census

ZIP Code 37828 in Norris, TN

37828 Norris, TN - A Planned Community with PO Box-Only Mail

ZIP Code 37828, Norris

Key Facts

Community Overview

Postal Services and Delivery Patterns

Local Character

Housing Patterns

Mailing Information

Street Name Patterns

Nearby Areas

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 37828

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 37828

Sources & References