Zip Code 37828
TN · Population: 1,447
About Zip Code 37828
Zip code 37828 is located in Tennessee and is home to approximately 1,447 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 64/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.
The median household income here is $71,917, with home values near $297,400 and rents around $994/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
The community is highly educated — 59.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.
The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0%.
Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.
Demographics & Economics
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 12 | F | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 58 | C+ | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 85 | A | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 100 | A+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 64 | B | Weighted average |
Methodology
All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).