Knoxville ZIP Codes — Knox County, TN

There are 30 unique ZIP codes in Knoxville, Tennessee. Area code: 865.

ZIP codes

368.58

sq mi land

16.56

sq mi water

865

area code

Knoxville, TN ZIP code map

About Knoxville, TN

Knoxville, Tennessee, is a vibrant city nestled in the eastern part of the state, known for its rich history and scenic beauty. This lively locale offers a blend of urban energy and southern charm, making it a popular destination for both visitors and residents alike. With expansive parks and a growing arts scene, Knoxville represents the spirit of Tennessee while serving as the county seat of Knox County.

Location & geography

Situated in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville enjoys a picturesque setting defined by hills and lush greenery. The Tennessee River runs through the city, providing both recreational opportunities and beautiful waterfront views. Nearby major cities include Chattanooga, approximately 112 miles to the south, and Nashville, about 180 miles to the west, which allows for easy accessibility to larger metropolitan areas.

Community & economy

The community of Knoxville is characterized by its blend of urban and suburban neighborhoods, fostering a friendly and inviting atmosphere. The city is home to various major employers in sectors like education, healthcare, and manufacturing, contributing to its diverse economy. Daily life in Knoxville reflects a deep sense of community, with a variety of local events, farmers' markets, and outdoor activities that engage residents year-round.

Transportation

Knoxville is well-connected by major highways, including Interstate 40, which runs through the heart of the city, and Interstate 75 to the east. The nearest airport is McGhee Tyson Airport, approximately 12 miles south of downtown, offering domestic flights to various destinations. Public transit options include the Knoxville Area Transit system, which serves the city and surrounding areas, while rail options are available for regional travel.

History

Founded in the early 1790s, Knoxville has played a significant role in Tennessee's development, serving as the state’s first capital from 1796 to 1812. Throughout its history, the city has witnessed various transformations, including its prominence during the Civil War and the establishment of the University of Tennessee, which was founded in 1794. Today, Knoxville retains much of its historic charm while evolving into a modern, thriving city.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Knoxville is that it hosts the Dogwood Arts Festival every spring, celebrating the blooming of the city's famous dogwood trees. This annual event features local artists, musicians, and craftsmen, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the area. Additionally, Knoxville has a significant connection to the World's Fair, which was held there in 1982, leaving behind the iconic Sunsphere.

ZIP codes for Knoxville, TN (30)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
37901	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37902	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37909	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37912	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37914	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37915	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37916	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37917	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37918	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37919	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37920	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37921	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37922	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37923	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37924	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37927	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37928	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37929	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37930	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37931	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37932	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37933	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37938	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37939	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37940	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37950	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37995	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37996	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37997	Knoxville	Knox	View map
37998	Knoxville	Knox	View map

Demographics & statistics

409,062

Population

37.4

Median age

$69,104

Median household income

$38,598

Per capita income

$263,606

Median home value

$1,092

Median monthly rent

56.1%

Home ownership

17.8%

Poverty rate

4.1%

Unemployment

119,553

Housing units

38.7%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

11,144

Under 5

11,075

11,626

5–9

11,554

12,164

10–14

12,090

14,047

15–19

13,961

19,666

20–24

19,546

29,266

25–34

29,086

26,101

35–44

25,941

24,651

45–54

24,499

12,758

55–59

12,680

11,981

60–64

11,908

18,815

65–74

18,700

9,407

75–84

9,349

3,534

85+

3,513

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	84,215	19.0%
18 and over	324,847	81.0%
65 and over	63,318	14.8%
Median age	37.4 years

Race & ethnicity

White 78.3%

Black or African American 9.2%

Two or more races 5%

Hispanic or Latino 3.5%

Asian 2.3%

Other race 1.5%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.2%

Group	Count	%
White	332,061	78.3%
Black or African American	38,819	9.2%
Two or more races	21,044	5%
Hispanic or Latino	14,945	3.5%
Asian	9,781	2.3%
Other race	6,494	1.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native	662	0.2%

Household income

Under $10k 7.7%

$10k–$15k 5.3%

$15k–$25k 9.0%

$25k–$35k 9.1%

$35k–$50k 12.0%

$50k–$75k 16.5%

$75k–$100k 11.6%

$100k–$150k 15.4%

$150k–$200k 6.3%

$200k+ 7.2%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	7.7%
$10k–$15k	5.3%
$15k–$25k	9.0%
$25k–$35k	9.1%
$35k–$50k	12.0%
$50k–$75k	16.5%
$75k–$100k	11.6%
$100k–$150k	15.4%
$150k–$200k	6.3%
$200k+	7.2%
Median income	$69,104

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 2.9%

$50k–$100k 6.3%

$100k–$150k 11.0%

$150k–$200k 15.3%

$200k–$300k 29.6%

$300k–$500k 23.7%

$500k–$1M 9.9%

$1M+ 1.5%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$263,606
Median rent / month	$1,092
Owner occupied	56.1%
Renter occupied	43.9%
Vacant	9.5%
Single-family detached	57.7%
Large apartment buildings	14.3%
Mobile homes	3.1%
Median rooms	5.4
Avg household size (owned)	2.44

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	1.1%
2010–2019	11.8%
2000–2009	14.3%
1990–1999	13.9%
1980–1989	12.2%
1970–1979	13.8%
1960–1969	10.3%
1950–1959	8.6%
1940–1949	4.8%
1939 or earlier	9.1%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	3.7%
1 bedroom	13.1%
2 bedrooms	27.1%
3 bedrooms	37.6%
4 bedrooms	15.0%
5+ bedrooms	3.5%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	8.4%
1 vehicle	35.2%
2 vehicles	36.2%
3 or more	20.2%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	27.7%
Electricity	70.0%
Propane / LP gas	1.2%
Fuel oil	0.2%
Wood	0.3%
No fuel used	0.4%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	73,588	39.8%
Cohabiting couple	11,316	6.4%
Male householder, no spouse	32,814	22.9%
Female householder, no spouse	49,855	31.0%
Households with children under 18	45,706	25.2%
Households with seniors (65+)	45,519	25.1%
Average household size	2.32

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	40.4%	34.9%
Married	44.3%	41.3%
Separated	1.9%	1.6%
Widowed	2.5%	8.1%
Divorced	10.9%	14.2%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.7%

Some HS, no diploma 5.9%

HS graduate 25.1%

Some college, no degree 19.1%

Associate's degree 8.5%

Bachelor's degree 23.4%

Graduate / professional 15.3%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	91.4%
Bachelor's or higher	38.7%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	5,150	4.9%
Kindergarten	4,821	4.7%
Elementary school	36,925	36.4%
High school	18,915	18.5%
College / grad school	39,949	35.6%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 25.9%

Professional & management 13.1%

Retail trade 13.1%

Arts, food & hospitality 11.0%

Manufacturing 7.8%

Construction 6.3%

Finance & real estate 6.3%

Transportation & utilities 4.6%

Other services 4.3%

Public administration 2.9%

Information 2.3%

Wholesale trade 2.1%

Agriculture & mining 0.4%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	42.9%
Service	17.1%
Sales & office	22.1%
Natural resources & construction	6.8%
Production & transportation	11.2%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	79.1%
Government	15.2%
Self-employed	5.4%
Unpaid family workers	0.3%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	75.7%
Carpool	6.9%
Public transit	1.2%
Walk	4.2%
Other means	1.1%
Avg commute (minutes)	21.5

Poverty

All people 17.8%

Under 18 years 21.6%

18 and over 16.9%

Married-couple families 6.8%

Female-led households 25.6%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	26.8%
Retirement income	20.0%
Supplemental Security	4.3%
Cash public assistance	2.4%
Food stamps / SNAP	11.6%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	35.4%
High cholesterol	31.9%
Heart disease	6.1%
Stroke	3.1%
Asthma	11.2%
Arthritis	26.1%
Kidney disease	2.8%
Pulmonary disease	7.5%
Cancer	5.8%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	15.1%
No physical activity	23.8%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	35.0%
Fair or poor health	16.1%
Poor mental health	18.0%
Poor physical health	11.0%
No health insurance	15.8%
Visited doctor (checkup)	75.1%
Visited dentist	57.5%
Cholesterol screening	88.9%
Teeth loss	16.6%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	23,567	6.8%

Disability	%
Any disability	12.9%
Under 18	5.6%
18–64 years	10.5%
65 and over	38.3%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	70.4%
Public insurance	31.9%
Uninsured under 19	3.7%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	386,843	95.0%
Spanish	10,825	2.7%
Other Indo-European	5,749	1.4%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,484	0.4%
Other languages	2,013	0.5%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	385,299	94.5%
Born in same state	381,479	93.7%
Born in different state	236,632	57.4%
Foreign born	3,820	0.8%
Naturalized citizen	23,763	5.5%
Not a US citizen	10,218	46.0%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	52,262	12.8%
Arab	47,356	11.6%
Italian	40,958	10%
English	4,661	1.1%
Polish	2,159	0.5%

Ancestry	Count	%
German	1,144	0.3%
Irish	1,071	0.3%
Dutch	846	0.2%
Norwegian	355	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	42.6%
Internet access	93.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Knoxville, TN have?

Knoxville, TN has 22 ZIP codes: 37902, 37909, 37912, 37914, 37915, 37916, 37917, 37918, 37919, 37920, 37921, 37922, 37923, 37924, 37929, 37931, 37932, 37938, 37995, 37996, 37997, and 37998. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What county is Knoxville, TN in?

Knoxville is located in Knox County, which is situated in the eastern part of Tennessee. Knox County is notable for being the most populous county in East Tennessee, with a vibrant community and numerous educational institutions.

What is the area code for Knoxville, TN?

The area code for Knoxville is 865, which covers a significant portion of East Tennessee. This area code encompasses not only Knoxville but also surrounding regions, reflecting the city's importance in the broader area.

How large is Knoxville, TN?

Knoxville spans an impressive 368.58 square miles of land and includes 16.56 square miles of water. This expansive size offers a variety of landscapes, from urban settings to beautiful natural areas for outdoor activities.

What cities are near Knoxville, TN?

Nearby cities include Maryville, located about 15 miles to the south, Oak Ridge, roughly 25 miles to the west, and Sevierville, approximately 30 miles to the east. Additionally, Gatlinburg, a popular tourist destination, is about 40 miles southeast of Knoxville, making it easy to access the Great Smoky Mountains.

What is Knoxville, TN known for?

Knoxville is known for its rich cultural scene, including the annual Dogwood Arts Festival and its historic downtown area. The city also boasts significant contributions from the University of Tennessee, which adds to its vibrant atmosphere and educational opportunities. Furthermore, Knoxville's proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains makes it a popular gateway for outdoor enthusiasts.