ZIP Code 37877 in Talbott, TN

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Talbott, Tennessee
Counties:Hamblen County[Primary]
Jefferson County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:10:53:20 PM
Population:8,739 [See All]
Area Code:865
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:36.1524, -83.4055
Land Area:26.459 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 37877 has 8,739 residents and 3,415 households (average 2.56 persons per household). The median age is 45.5 years, older than the state (39.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.0% male and 51.0% female, which is about the same as the state male share (48.7%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (90.8%, much higher than the state average of 72.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (3.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.9%, 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:8,739Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:9,103Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:10,078Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:330.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$76,191Source: Census ACS
Households:3,415Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$214,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.56Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.91Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--8,1138,0227,9658,7849,0049,0929,3638,9218,9848,8938,9228,8579,103
Decennial Census8,464------------------8,739------
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: 45.5

Male Median Age: 45.1

Female Median Age: 45.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male20326128425422819923722225029229438632227222619211351
Female22122525731119821020829925231833832733629925518913080
Total424486541565426409445521502610632713658571481381243131
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:7,93991.98%
Black:850.98%
Hispanic:*3393.93%
Asian:690.80%
American Indian:270.31%
Hawaiian:50.06%
Other:1671.93%
Total:8,631100%
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:4,28649.04%45.1 years
Females:4,45350.96%45.8 years
Total:8,739100%45.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:8,84897.20%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:670.74%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1191.31%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:692.07%
Total Population:9,103100%
Total Native Population:8,91597.93%
Total Foreign-born Population:1882.07%
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 $76,191, which is much higher than the state median ($67,097), is up $27,097 (55.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $25,228. Family households earn a median of $83,636 versus $36,067 for nonfamily households (a difference of $47,569). By gender, male median income is $67,937 and female is $42,226, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $25,711 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 61.6%, which is trails slightly the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.9%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (33.9%).

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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$49,094$42,136$42,750$42,191$42,892$42,875$42,579$47,307$50,963$65,769$66,224$73,659$76,191
Median Family Income$54,608$52,614$51,645$51,700$50,907$51,863$59,821$65,500$66,627$75,955$76,464$83,099$83,636
Median NonFamily Income$24,047$23,632$22,656$23,915$25,152$25,335$24,781$27,122$32,609$33,013$35,114$34,688$36,067
Median Male Income$40,855$39,243$36,968$35,281$37,017$40,526$42,055$50,323$50,378$58,562$60,788$66,376$67,937
Median Female Income$27,841$28,229$31,016$30,094$30,362$32,643$35,424$35,788$36,098$35,742$36,906$41,197$42,226
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:4,39660.20%
Unemployed:861.18%
Not In Labor Force:2,82038.62%
Total:7,302100%
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:1,49233.94%
Service:63314.40%
Sales and Office:83118.90%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:47810.87%
Production, transportation, and material moving:96221.88%
Total Civilian Employed Population:4,396100%
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 $214,400, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $89,100 (71.11%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $67,500. The median gross rent is $978, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $282 (40.52%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $244. Of occupied housing, owners make up 84.40% (44.72% with a mortgage, 55.28% free-and-clear) and renters 15.60% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.61%, which is far lower than the state rate (10.56%).

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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$125,300$128,600$127,300$128,600$130,100$133,200$133,300$137,600$146,900$146,900$153,300$191,600$214,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:23141.47%
$1,000 to $1,499:15828.37%
$1,500 to $1,999:183.23%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:15026.93%
Total:557100%
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$696$718$723$706$702$673$709$721$734$764$859$925$978
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,34837.75%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,66646.65%
Renter Occupied:55715.60%
Total Occupied Housing Units:3,571100%

Occupied Housing Units:3,57192.39%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2947.61%
Total Housing Units:3,865100%
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:3,10480.31%
Multi-Family Units:1082.79%
Other Units:65316.90%
Total Housing Units:3,865100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 25.30% 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 10.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 4.80%, which is markedly below the state rate (9.90%), down 1.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 6.00 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 elementary (54.62%). College enrollment is 12.18%, 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 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:2633.83%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3314.82%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,24832.75%
Some college, no degree:1,47821.53%
Associate's degree:80411.71%
Bachelor's degree:1,00914.70%
Graduate or professional degree:73110.65%
Total:6,864100%
High school or higher:6,27091.35%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,74025.35%
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:6,30256.98%
Public Insurance:3,85334.84%
No Insurance:9058.18%
Total:11,060100%
Has Health Insurance:10,15591.82%
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 Poverty5.8%7.1%7.1%5.6%8.0%11.7%12.9%10.9%10.8%9.6%6.5%4.7%4.8%
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:1236.93%
Kindergarten:945.30%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):96954.62%
High school (grades 9-12):37220.97%
College or graduate school:21612.18%
Total:1,774100%
Early Childhood:21712.23%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,43580.89%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 37877 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 88 business establishments, employing about 477 people with an annual payroll of $22,053,000. USPS data shows 3,937 residential mailboxes and 86 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:3,937Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:86Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:6,150Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:3,593Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:15Source: USPS
# of Businesses:88Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$5,741,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$22,053,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:477Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 37877 is located in Hamblen County, Tennessee, within the Morristown, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 34100) and Tennessee's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 120,765 people, about 7.24% of whom live in ZIP Code 37877. It covers 26.459 sq mi of land and a water area of 2.333 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Morristown, TNSource: Census
CBSA Number:34100Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:120,765Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:26.459 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:2.333 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:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


37878 | | 37876

Schools in ZIP Code 37877


ZIP Code 37877 is in the Jefferson 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.

Talbott Elementary 848 Talbott Kansas Rd
Talbott, TN 37877
District: Jefferson County School District
All Saints' Episcopal School 3275 Maple Valley Rd
Morristown, TN 37813
District: Private SchoolNearby
Lakeway Christian School 918 Jarnigan Ave
Morristown, TN 37813
District: Private SchoolNearby
Morristown Covenant Academy 503 S Jackson St
Morristown, TN 37813
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 37877


Carson-Newman University 1646 S Russell Ave
Jefferson City, TN 37760
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Morristown 821 W Louise Ave
Morristown, TN 37813-2094
Type: Post Secondary
Walters State Community College 500 South Davy Crockett Parkway
Morristown, TN 37813-6899
Type: Post Secondary
Sandra Academy Of Salon Services 907 Main Street
New Tazewell, TN 37825-7239
Type: Post Secondary
Johnson University 7900 Johnson Dr
Knoxville, TN 37998
Type: Post Secondary
Remington College-Knoxville 7415 Maynardville Pike Suite 106
Knoxville, TN 37938-3763
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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