ZIP Code 38225 in Dresden, TN

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Dresden, Tennessee
County:Weakley County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:05:30 PM
Population:5,929 [See All]
Area Code:731
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:36.3299, -88.6668
Land Area:105 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 38225 has 5,929 residents and 2,431 households (average 2.36 persons per household). The median age is 44.5 years, older than the state (39.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.9% male and 51.1% female, which is about the same as the state male share (48.7%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (91.9%, much higher than the state average of 72.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (2.9%, much lower than the state average of 15.8% and well below the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.0%, 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:5,929Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:5,881Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:5,987Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:56.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$50,545Source: Census ACS
Households:2,431Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$134,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.36Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.03Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--5,9186,2486,5256,5496,4616,5656,0815,5475,6065,3985,4285,7116,1835,881
Decennial Census6,283------------------5,929--------
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: 44.5

Male Median Age: 42.7

Female Median Age: 46.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male163192190178170141156168168182228226207159174946341
Female15217719117013314716018915915821823324720716612185116
Total315369381348303288316357327340446459454366340215148157
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:5,45193.50%
Black:1722.95%
Hispanic:*1192.04%
Asian:190.33%
American Indian:120.21%
Hawaiian:10.02%
Other:560.96%
Total:5,830100%
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:2,90048.91%42.7 years
Females:3,02951.09%46.9 years
Total:5,929100%44.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:5,84899.44%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:330.56%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:5,881100%
Total Native Population:5,881100.00%
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 $50,545, which is far less than the national median ($80,734), is up $17,837 (54.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,295. Family households earn a median of $64,141 versus $35,524 for nonfamily households (a difference of $28,617). By gender, male median income is $56,087 and female is $43,906, which is much lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $12,181 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 47.4%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is better than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (34.9%).

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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$32,708$40,847$37,099$36,607$36,880$38,765$32,371$33,922$41,250$44,283$46,415$53,393$50,150$50,545
Median Family Income$48,090$55,656$51,250$47,199$47,717$49,811$43,702$47,135$48,233$53,788$61,021$67,773$61,000$64,141
Median NonFamily Income$12,794$14,427$15,238$21,593$23,247$24,184$23,696$22,481$23,682$30,136$30,564$33,175$36,296$35,524
Median Male Income$29,894$35,625$37,198$34,861$40,307$41,242$35,443$38,036$38,142$36,490$39,307$50,104$43,969$56,087
Median Female Income$29,098$32,511$34,155$34,331$31,964$30,933$25,859$26,287$26,835$26,452$29,186$32,708$38,431$43,906
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:2,24445.55%
Unemployed:931.89%
Not In Labor Force:2,58952.56%
Total:4,926100%
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:78334.89%
Service:1577.00%
Sales and Office:30513.59%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:43719.47%
Production, transportation, and material moving:56225.04%
Total Civilian Employed Population:2,244100%
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 $134,900, which is far less than the national median ($332,700), is up $61,900 (84.79%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $43,000. The median gross rent is $760, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $325 (74.71%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $134. Of occupied housing, owners make up 71.54% (57.44% with a mortgage, 42.56% free-and-clear) and renters 28.46% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.89%, which is far 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)


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$73,000$77,100$80,300$86,400$86,500$96,200$86,500$83,000$91,900$85,700$82,700$105,300$111,800$134,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:547.40%
$500 to $999:49467.67%
$1,000 to $1,499:537.26%
$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:12917.67%
Total:730100%
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$435$498$563$558$539$581$566$575$626$647$653$755$738$760
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,05441.09%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):78130.45%
Renter Occupied:73028.46%
Total Occupied Housing Units:2,565100%

Occupied Housing Units:2,56595.11%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1324.89%
Total Housing Units:2,697100%
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:2,29985.24%
Multi-Family Units:2168.01%
Other Units:1826.75%
Total Housing Units:2,697100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 17.10% 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 86.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 5.60%, which is falls below the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 19.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.80%), up 4.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 7.20 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (52.16%). College enrollment is 12.81%, 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:2575.92%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3467.98%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,30553.14%
Some college, no degree:54012.45%
Associate's degree:1503.46%
Bachelor's degree:52812.17%
Graduate or professional degree:2124.89%
Total:4,338100%
High school or higher:3,73586.10%
Bachelor's degree or higher:74017.06%
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:3,93258.82%
Public Insurance:2,43236.38%
No Insurance:3214.80%
Total:6,685100%
Has Health Insurance:6,36495.20%
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 Poverty14.4%11.4%11.4%11.9%9.2%8.8%12.7%9.5%11.5%12.0%8.7%9.0%18.7%19.5%
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:00.00%
Kindergarten:342.88%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):61552.16%
High school (grades 9-12):37932.15%
College or graduate school:15112.81%
Total:1,179100%
Early Childhood:342.88%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,02887.19%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 38225 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 134 business establishments, employing about 1,134 people with an annual payroll of $58,832,000. USPS data shows 2,537 residential mailboxes and 177 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:2,537Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:177Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:2,825Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:2,453Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:134Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$13,271,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$58,832,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:1,134Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 38225 is located in Weakley County, Tennessee, within the Martin, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 32280) and Tennessee's 8th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 35,021 people, about 16.93% of whom live in ZIP Code 38225. It covers 105 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.459 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Martin, TNSource: Census
CBSA Number:32280Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:35,021Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:105 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.459 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:4721540Source: Census
Place Name:Dresden town; TennesseeSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


38226 | | 38224

Schools in ZIP Code 38225


ZIP Code 38225 is in the Weakley County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 4 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.

Weakley County Center For Adult Continuing Education 8250 Highway 22
Dresden, TN 38225
District: Weakley County School District
Dresden Elementary 759 Linden St
Dresden, TN 38225
District: Weakley County School District
Dresden High School 7150 Highway 22
Dresden, TN 38225
District: Weakley County School District
Dresden Middle School 759 Linden St
Dresden, TN 38225
District: Weakley County School District
Liberty Christian Academy 329 Green Rd
Gleason, TN 38229
District: Private SchoolNearby
Central Christian Academy 801 Harrison Rd
Martin, TN 38237
District: Private SchoolNearby
Northside Baptist Christian School 711 N 12th St
Mayfield, KY 42066
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 38225


The University Of Tennessee-Martin 554 University Street
Martin, TN 38238
Type: Post Secondary
Bethel University 325 Cherry Ave
Mckenzie, TN 38201
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Mckenzie 16940 Highland Dr
Mckenzie, TN 38201
Type: Post Secondary
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology-Henry/Carroll 312 S Wilson Street
Paris, TN 38242
Type: Post Secondary
Murray State University 218 Wells Hall
Murray, KY 42071-3318
Type: Post Secondary
Arnolds Beauty School 1179 S Second St
Milan, TN 38358
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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