ZIP Code 38001 in Alamo, TN

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Alamo, Tennessee
County:Crockett County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:9:54:27 PM
Population:4,464 [See All]
Area Code:731
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:35.8216, -89.1900
Land Area:67.37 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 38001 has 4,464 residents and 1,841 households (average 2.36 persons per household). The median age is 38.6 years, about the same as the state (39.1) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.8% male and 52.2% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (70.9%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (13.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 13.3%, which is higher than the state average (6.9%).

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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:4,464Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:4,208Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:4,439Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:66.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$49,911Source: Census ACS
Households:1,841Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$119,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.36Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.93Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--4,2094,2144,5084,4624,3804,6214,8364,6564,6624,3504,3844,2254,208
Decennial Census4,719------------------4,464------
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: 38.6

Male Median Age: 36.8

Female Median Age: 40.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male174140144152122144123144103123131137142112104674426
Female112152178129124132183148133137111160156122116996872
Total28629232228124627630629223626024229729823422016611298
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:3,16565.69%
Black:62212.91%
Hispanic:*59512.35%
Asian:40.08%
American Indian:70.15%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:4258.82%
Total:4,818100%
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:2,13247.76%36.8 years
Females:2,33252.24%40.2 years
Total:4,464100%38.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:3,89092.44%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:70.17%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1132.69%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1987.39%
Total Population:4,208100%
Total Native Population:3,89792.61%
Total Foreign-born Population:3117.39%
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 $49,911, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $21,541 (75.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,104. Family households earn a median of $65,903 versus $28,587 for nonfamily households (a difference of $37,316). By gender, male median income is $55,760 and female is $39,913, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $15,847 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 59.0%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (33.4%).

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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$28,370$29,763$28,068$31,250$29,605$33,036$34,432$36,475$38,807$44,004$41,623$51,154$49,911
Median Family Income$38,958$41,528$34,135$44,243$37,151$47,500$50,500$49,706$58,571$58,292$46,875$60,750$65,903
Median NonFamily Income$18,250$17,209$17,006$15,504$18,488$18,958$22,609$24,732$26,058$32,568$30,625$35,000$28,587
Median Male Income$37,019$34,223$34,243$38,750$37,167$37,269$36,838$35,755$38,841$39,674$44,508$51,393$55,760
Median Female Income$26,047$28,207$27,089$27,107$26,697$27,140$26,797$27,500$33,750$36,304$36,563$41,842$39,913
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:1,90457.33%
Unemployed:561.69%
Not In Labor Force:1,36140.98%
Total:3,321100%
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:63633.40%
Service:27914.65%
Sales and Office:38420.17%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:27714.55%
Production, transportation, and material moving:32817.23%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,904100%
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 $119,900, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $38,500 (47.30%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $23,300. The median gross rent is $791, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $184 (30.31%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $140. Of occupied housing, owners make up 62.04% (46.81% with a mortgage, 53.19% free-and-clear) and renters 37.96% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.14%, which is far 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$81,400$81,800$80,900$83,700$88,300$88,800$100,800$103,700$96,600$99,700$102,500$121,200$119,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:507.78%
$500 to $999:41865.01%
$1,000 to $1,499:10716.64%
$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:6810.58%
Total:643100%
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$607$613$601$630$602$609$624$650$651$667$676$744$791
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):49229.04%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):55933.00%
Renter Occupied:64337.96%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,694100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,69487.86%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):23412.14%
Total Housing Units:1,928100%
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:1,53479.56%
Multi-Family Units:23912.40%
Other Units:1558.04%
Total Housing Units:1,928100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 11.30% 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 83.30%, which is markedly below the state rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 12.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 11.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 5.20 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.00 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 (51.12%). College enrollment is 11.05%, 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:1414.80%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:35011.93%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,38347.12%
Some college, no degree:50417.17%
Associate's degree:2247.63%
Bachelor's degree:1645.59%
Graduate or professional degree:1695.76%
Total:2,935100%
High school or higher:2,44483.27%
Bachelor's degree or higher:33311.35%
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:2,38350.62%
Public Insurance:1,83238.91%
No Insurance:49310.47%
Total:4,708100%
Has Health Insurance:4,21589.53%
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 Poverty16.9%15.5%17.3%14.2%19.4%17.0%14.6%15.4%13.7%9.4%12.1%9.4%11.7%
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:475.25%
Kindergarten:626.92%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):45851.12%
High school (grades 9-12):23025.67%
College or graduate school:9911.05%
Total:896100%
Early Childhood:10912.17%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):75083.71%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 38001 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 107 business establishments, employing about 1,101 people with an annual payroll of $53,607,000. USPS data shows 1,881 residential mailboxes and 171 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1,881Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:171Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:2,208Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,836Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:8Source: USPS
# of Businesses:107Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$13,694,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$53,607,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:1,101Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 38001 is located in Crockett County, Tennessee, within the Jackson, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 27180) and Tennessee's 8th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 180,844 people, about 2.47% of whom live in ZIP Code 38001. It covers 67.37 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.012 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Jackson, TNSource: Census
CBSA Number:27180Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:180,844Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:67.37 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.012 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:08Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6850.53 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4700440Source: Census
Place Name:Alamo town; TennesseeSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


38002 | | 37998

Schools in ZIP Code 38001


ZIP Code 38001 is part of 2 school districts, including: Crockett County School District (Grades PK thru 12) and Alamo City School District (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 6th). There are 3 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.

Crockett County High School 2014 Highway 88
Alamo, TN 38001
District: Crockett County School District
Crockett County Middle School 497 North Cavalier Dr
Alamo, TN 38001
District: Crockett County School District
Alamo Elementary 265 E Park St
Alamo, TN 38001
District: Alamo City School District
University School Of Jackson 232 Mcclellan Rd
Jackson, TN 38305
District: Private SchoolNearby
Sacred Heart Of Jesus High School 146 Mcclellan Rd
Jackson, TN 38305
District: Private SchoolNearby
Northside Christian Academy 4935 Hwy 211
Dyersburg, TN 38024
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 38001


Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Ripley 127 Industrial Drive
Ripley, TN 38063
Type: Post Secondary
Dyersburg State Community College 1510 Lake Rd
Dyersburg, TN 38024-2411
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Newbern 340 Washington St
Newbern, TN 38059
Type: Post Secondary
Union University 1050 Union University Dr
Jackson, TN 38305-3697
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Jackson 2468 Technology Center Drive
Jackson, TN 38301
Type: Post Secondary
Empire Beauty School-Jackson 1433 Hollywood Dr
Jackson, TN 38301
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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