37821 ZIP Code
Newport, Tennessee
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 37821 |
| City/Town: | Newport |
| County: | Cocke |
| State: | Tennessee |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 21,751 |
| Median Household Income: | $42,622 |
| Per Capita Income: | $29,928 |
| Total Housing Units: | 10,775 |
| Median Home Value: | $124,300 |
| Land Area: | 129.8 sq miles
336.1 sq km |
| Water Area: | 5.5 sq miles
14.4 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 35.9751, -83.1955 |
Population Information (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 21,751 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 10,150 | 46.7% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 11,601 | 53.3% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 43.8 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,324 | 6.1% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,285 | 5.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,374 | 6.3% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,371 | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,214 | 5.6% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,309 | 10.6% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,306 | 10.6% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,779 | 12.8% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,755 | 8.1% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,657 | 7.6% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,772 | 12.7% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,131 | 5.2% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 474 | 2.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $124,300 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.1 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $763 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 10,775 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 8,777 | 81.5% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,998 | 18.5% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 5,823 | 66.3% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,954 | 33.7% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 15,183 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 1,139 | 7.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,273 | 8.4% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 7,906 | 52.1% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,360 | 15.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,007 | 6.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,034 | 6.8% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 464 | 3.1% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 84.1% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 9.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (37821 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $42,622 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $54,828 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $49,099 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $29,928 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 9,174 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 8,637 | 94.1% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 537 | 5.9% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 8,333 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 7,028 | 81.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,156 | 13.4% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 381 | 4.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 72 | 0.8% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 20,406 | 93.8% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 220 | 1.0% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 113 | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 149 | 0.7% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 34 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 54 | 0.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 775 | 3.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 263 | 1.2% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 493 | 2.3% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 244 | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 87 | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 51 | 0.2% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 111 | 0.5% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (37821 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 591 | 6.7% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 736 | 8.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,126 | 12.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,028 | 11.7% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,552 | 17.7% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,693 | 19.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,069 | 12.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 684 | 7.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 188 | 2.1% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 110 | 1.3% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (37821 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 6,793 | 78.6% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,308 | 15.1% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 88 | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 119 | 1.4% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 262 | 3.0% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 24.5 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (37821 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 53 | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 493 | 5.7% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,721 | 19.9% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 239 | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 833 | 9.6% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 513 | 5.9% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 63 | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 299 | 3.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 423 | 4.9% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,667 | 19.3% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,676 | 19.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 459 | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 198 | 2.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 24.4% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 19,041 | 87.5% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 10,349 | 47.6% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 11,612 | 53.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 2,403 | 11.0% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (37821 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 6,163 | 70.2% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,710 | 42.3% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,199 | 25.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 914 | 10.4% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 294 | 3.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,001 | 22.8% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (37821 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 6,468 | 60.0% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 36 | 0.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 513 | 4.8% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 322 | 3.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 274 | 2.5% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 44 | 0.4% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 3,089 | 28.7% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 29 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (37821 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 43 | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 654 | 6.1% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,282 | 11.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 2,243 | 20.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,715 | 15.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,611 | 15.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,091 | 10.1% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 721 | 6.7% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 544 | 5.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 871 | 8.1% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (37821 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 330 | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 609 | 5.7% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,829 | 35.5% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,683 | 43.5% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,043 | 9.7% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 281 | 2.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (37821 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,358 | 15.5% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 564 | 6.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 6,393 | 72.8% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 90 | 1.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 331 | 3.8% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 41 | 0.5% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (37821 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 390 | 4.4% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,863 | 32.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,939 | 33.5% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,585 | 29.5% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (37821 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 1,024 | 17.6% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,255 | 21.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,173 | 20.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,109 | 19.0% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 717 | 12.3% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 301 | 5.2% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 187 | 3.2% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 57 | 1.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (37821 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,010 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $377 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $763 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.54 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.24 | 2.38 |
Households (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 8,777 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 3,907 | 44.5% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 983 | 11.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,750 | 19.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,452 | 27.9% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,663 | 30.3% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,172 | 36.1% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.44 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.93 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (37821 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 8,264 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,244 | 27.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 4,071 | 49.3% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 439 | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,287 | 15.6% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,228 | 27.0% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (37821 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 4,162 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 265 | 6.4% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 92 | 2.2% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,180 | 52.4% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,135 | 27.3% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 490 | 11.8% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 16,937 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,370 | 8.1% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 21,444 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 5,041 | 23.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 336 | 6.7% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,705 | 53.7% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,000 | 39.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (37821 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 19,706 | 90.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,932 | 8.9% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,224 | 63.4% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 637 | 33.0% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 165 | 8.5% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 71 | 3.7% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (37821 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 21,604 | 99.3% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 122 | 0.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 147 | 120.5% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 147 | 120.5% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 147 | 120.5% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 21 | 17.2% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 46 | 37.7% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (37821 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 20,427 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 20,156 | 98.7% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 271 | 1.3% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 178 | 0.9% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 82 | 0.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 11 | 0.1% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (37821 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 8,777 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 7,528 | 85.8% | 89.4% |
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