ZIP Code 37845 in Petros, TN

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Petros, Tennessee
County:Morgan County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:02:55 PM
Population:362 [See All]
Area Code:423
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:36.0856, -84.4427
Land Area:3.999 sq mi
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37845 - Petros, TN

ZIP Code 37845, Petros

Small Town Unique ZIP
LocationMorgan County, TN
Area0 sq mi Single Point
Population362
Households143
PO Boxes150 (105% adoption)
Median Age45.4 years
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Enclosed InZIP Code 37840
Key Facts
  • ZIP 37845 is classified as a PO Box ZIP code, containing 150 boxes at the Petros post office
  • The post office serves 362 residents across 143 occupied households, with a population-to-household ratio of 2.53 people per home
  • PO Box adoption rate of 1.05 means the facility maintains slightly more boxes than local households, indicating limited regional draw
  • The delivery area features both city carrier routes (2) and rural routes (2), covering Main Street and Armes Road
  • The median household income is $25,054, with a median age of 45.4 years
  • The ZIP code covers 3.999 square miles of land area with no water area

Postal Services and Delivery

The ZIP's delivery infrastructure combines urban and rural patterns. Two city carrier routes and two rural routes handle street delivery, serving Main Street and Armes Road. Despite having these carrier routes, residents rely heavily on PO Boxes. The median household income stands at $25,054, with home values and other economic data limited in the census records. The median age of 45.4 years reflects a middle-aged population, with 119 households classified as family households.

Street Name Patterns

Small Town Grid

The two documented streets reflect a minimal street infrastructure. Main Street handles most delivery points with three ZIP+4 records, while Armes Road serves a single delivery segment. This limited street network aligns with the community's small size and PO Box dependency.

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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 37845 has 362 residents and 143 households (average 2.53 persons per household). The median age is 45.4 years, older than the state (39.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.3% male and 49.7% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.7%). Largest groups are White (95.9%, much higher than the state average of 72.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (0.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.6%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:362Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:171Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:90.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$15,486Source: Census ACS
Households:143Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$666,666,666Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.53Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.72Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--546558502429383534418673587479374428116171
Decennial Census494------------------362--------
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: 45.4

Male Median Age: 37.2

Female Median Age: 51

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male121210231011111021120102273260
Female1876351813159162322913255
Total301916261529241172036334416164115
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:34799.14%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*20.57%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:10.29%
Total:350100%
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:18250.28%37.2 years
Females:18049.72%51.0 years
Total:362100%45.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:171100.00%
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:171100%
Total Native Population:171100.00%
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 $15,486, which is much lower than the national median ($80,734), is down $11,657 (42.9%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $16,225. 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 $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 33.9%, which is far less 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 Natural resources (100.0%).

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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$27,143$31,950$31,806$30,982$29,833$32,500$38,182$29,074$31,711$30,703$30,278$25,972$25,054$15,486
Median Family Income$26,964$35,682$35,985$39,712$36,406$31,742$31,212$29,213$30,452$30,703$32,292$34,853$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$30,045$14,922$16,339$27,986$28,333$30,370$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$33,125$53,819$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$26,118$26,150$15,893$11,597$0$11,473$11,538$0$31,406$0$0$0$0$0
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:5833.92%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:11366.08%
Total:171100%
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:00.00%
Service:00.00%
Sales and Office:00.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:58100.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:58100%
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 $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is down $39,500 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $66,800. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 100.00% (0.00% with a mortgage, 100.00% free-and-clear) and renters 0.00% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 31.58%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.12%).

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

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$39,500$44,200$50,900$64,400$62,500$62,300$69,700$76,700$66,800$60,900$85,800$149,600$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
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$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):78100.00%
Renter Occupied:00.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:78100%

Occupied Housing Units:7868.42%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):3631.58%
Total Housing Units:114100%
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:114100.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:114100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 0.00% 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 81.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 76.20%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.80%), down 34.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 34.00 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Insufficient data for school enrollment.

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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:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3218.71%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3520.47%
Some college, no degree:10460.82%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:171100%
High school or higher:13981.29%
Bachelor's degree or higher:00.00%
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:13562.50%
Public Insurance:8137.50%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:216100%
Has Health Insurance:216100.00%
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 Poverty34.1%22.4%19.7%6.1%7.4%19.6%20.7%51.1%34.0%37.4%21.7%19.8%0.0%76.2%
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:00%
Kindergarten:00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00%
High school (grades 9-12):00%
College or graduate school:00%
Total:0100%
Early Childhood:00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 37845 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:164Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 37845 is located in Morgan County, Tennessee, within the Knoxville, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 28940) and Tennessee's 3rd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 698,030 people, about 0.05% of whom live in ZIP Code 37845. It covers 3.999 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Knoxville, TNSource: Census
CBSA Number:28940Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:698,030Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:3.999 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:4757780Source: Census
Place Name:Petros CDP; TennesseeSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


37846 | | 37843

Schools in ZIP Code 37845


We could not locate which school district 37845 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Petros Joyner Elementary 125 Petros Joyner School Rd
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
District: Morgan County School DistrictNearby
Coalfield School 1720 Coalhill Rd
Coalfield, TN 37719
District: Morgan County School DistrictNearby
Central Middle School 146 Liberty Rd
Wartburg, TN 37887
District: Morgan County School DistrictNearby
Morgan County Career And Technical Center 132 Flat Fork Rd
Wartburg, TN 37887
District: Morgan County School DistrictNearby
Oliver Springs High School 317 Roane St
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
District: Roane County School DistrictNearby
Mount Pisgah Christian Academy 160 Patriot Dr
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Marys School 323 Vermont Ave
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
District: Private SchoolNearby
Redemption Baptist Academy 109 Jim Goad Rd
Lancing, TN 37770
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 37845


Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Harriman 1745 Harriman Highway
Harriman, TN 37748-5849
Type: Post Secondary
Roane State Community College 276 Patton Lane
Harriman, TN 37748
Type: Post Secondary
Pellissippi State Community College 10915 Hardin Valley Road
Knoxville, TN 37933-0990
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Jacksboro 265 Elkins Rd
Jacksboro, TN 37757
Type: Post Secondary
Jersey College - Knoxville 10820 Parkside Drive
Knoxville, TN 37934-1956
Type: Post Secondary
Jersey College - Knoxville 10820 Parkside Drive
Knoxville, TN 37934-1956
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 Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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