37917 ZIP Code
Knoxville, Tennessee
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 37917 |
| City/Town: | Knoxville |
| County: | Knox |
| State: | Tennessee |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 25,418 |
| Median Household Income: | $47,245 |
| Per Capita Income: | $34,995 |
| Total Housing Units: | 14,117 |
| Median Home Value: | $165,400 |
| Land Area: | 9.5 sq miles
24.6 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 36.0016, -83.9126 |
Population Information (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 25,418 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 12,471 | 49.1% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 12,947 | 50.9% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 39.1 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,271 | 5.0% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,585 | 6.2% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 889 | 3.5% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,430 | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,500 | 5.9% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 4,334 | 17.1% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,666 | 14.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,947 | 11.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,237 | 8.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,614 | 6.3% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,442 | 9.6% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,068 | 4.2% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 435 | 1.7% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $165,400 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.9 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,016 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 14,117 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 12,241 | 86.7% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,876 | 13.3% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 5,878 | 48.0% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 6,363 | 52.0% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 18,743 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 770 | 4.1% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,447 | 7.7% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 6,061 | 32.3% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,698 | 19.7% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,053 | 5.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 3,594 | 19.2% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2,120 | 11.3% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 88.2% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 30.5% | 34.3% |
Income Information (37917 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $47,245 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $62,501 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $59,961 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $34,995 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 13,821 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 12,906 | 93.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 872 | 6.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 7,557 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 10,125 | 78.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,832 | 14.2% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 928 | 7.2% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 21 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 18,643 | 73.3% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 3,870 | 15.2% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 50 | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 123 | 0.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 778 | 3.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,954 | 7.7% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,320 | 5.2% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,448 | 5.7% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 709 | 2.8% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 140 | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 6 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 593 | 2.3% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (37917 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 687 | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 1,049 | 8.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,265 | 10.3% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,651 | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,734 | 14.2% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,053 | 16.8% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,473 | 12.0% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,876 | 15.3% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 183 | 1.5% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 270 | 2.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (37917 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 9,724 | 75.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 860 | 6.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 136 | 1.1% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 351 | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 237 | 1.8% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,427 | 11.1% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 22.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (37917 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 74 | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,116 | 8.6% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,407 | 10.9% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 249 | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,496 | 11.6% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 592 | 4.6% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 472 | 3.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 600 | 4.6% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,911 | 14.8% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,927 | 22.7% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,097 | 8.5% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 565 | 4.4% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 400 | 3.1% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 20.5% | 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 (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 21,951 | 86.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 14,041 | 55.2% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 10,122 | 39.8% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 3,085 | 12.1% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (37917 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 9,205 | 75.2% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,695 | 30.2% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,122 | 17.3% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 939 | 7.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 421 | 3.4% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,342 | 19.1% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (37917 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 9,501 | 67.3% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 493 | 3.5% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 674 | 4.8% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 568 | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 742 | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 407 | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,684 | 11.9% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 48 | 0.3% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (37917 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 4 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 210 | 1.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 420 | 3.0% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,077 | 7.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 728 | 5.2% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,044 | 7.4% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,490 | 10.6% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,943 | 13.8% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 2,281 | 16.2% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 4,920 | 34.9% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (37917 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 491 | 3.5% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 2,635 | 18.7% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 5,412 | 38.3% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,308 | 30.5% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,057 | 7.5% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 214 | 1.5% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (37917 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 4,047 | 33.1% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 94 | 0.8% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 7,967 | 65.1% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 44 | 0.4% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 21 | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 15 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 53 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (37917 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,552 | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,882 | 39.9% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 4,419 | 36.1% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,388 | 11.3% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (37917 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 172 | 2.9% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,088 | 18.5% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,273 | 21.7% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,398 | 23.8% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,155 | 19.6% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 651 | 11.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 125 | 2.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 16 | 0.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (37917 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,139 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $439 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,016 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.09 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.91 | 2.38 |
Households (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 12,241 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 3,309 | 27.0% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,162 | 9.5% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 3,160 | 25.8% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 4,561 | 37.3% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,542 | 20.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,086 | 25.2% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.00 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.91 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (37917 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 10,531 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 4,019 | 38.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 3,746 | 35.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 509 | 4.8% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,948 | 18.5% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,998 | 38.0% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (37917 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 5,190 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 310 | 6.0% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 375 | 7.2% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,791 | 34.5% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,146 | 22.1% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,568 | 30.2% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 20,708 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,354 | 6.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 25,036 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,059 | 16.2% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 189 | 4.7% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,461 | 60.6% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,409 | 34.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (37917 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 20,737 | 81.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 4,465 | 17.6% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,780 | 62.3% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,671 | 37.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 741 | 16.6% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 14 | 0.3% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (37917 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 24,101 | 94.8% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 232 | 0.9% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 1,317 | 567.7% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 1,317 | 567.7% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 1,317 | 567.7% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 280 | 120.7% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 157 | 67.7% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 8 | 3.4% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 667 | 287.5% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 77 | 33.2% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (37917 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 24,147 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 22,443 | 92.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,704 | 7.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,125 | 4.7% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 281 | 1.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 62 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 236 | 1.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (37917 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 12,241 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 11,013 | 90.0% | 89.4% |
Knoxville, TN37917