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Carter County, TN Demographics & ZIP Codes
Carter County, Tennessee demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 5 ZIP codes — population 43,957 — avg. income $48,273 — avg. home value $146,650. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
43,957
Median household income (avg.)
$48,273
64% of U.S. median
Average home value
$146,650
42% of U.S. median
Average rent
$547
47% of U.S. median
Carter County demographics
Carter County, Tennessee covers 5 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 43,957.
Median household income in Carter County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Carter County, Tennessee is about $48,273 — about 24% below the TN ZIP average ($63,814), and about 36% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 37694 (Watauga) is near the top at about $60,125, while 37658 (Hampton) is near the bottom at about $36,853.
Housing in Carter County
For housing in Carter County, Tennessee, the average median home value is about $146,650 and the average median rent is about $547.
The most populous ZIP is 37643 (Elizabethton) with about 33,690 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Carter County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37643 | Elizabethton | Carter County | TN | 33,690 | $50,455 | $156,200 |
| 37687 | Roan Mountain | Carter County | TN | 4,379 | $45,660 | $148,000 |
| 37658 | Hampton | Carter County | TN | 3,637 | $36,853 | $116,100 |
| 37694 | Watauga | Carter County | TN | 1,738 | $60,125 | $166,300 |
| 37682 | Elizabethton | Carter County | TN | 513 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Carter County?
Carter County, Tennessee has a combined ZIP-area population of about 43,957 across 5 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Carter County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Carter County, Tennessee is about $48,273, about 24% below the state ZIP average ($63,814), and about 36% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $146,650. Among ZIPs with data, 37694 (Watauga) is near the top ($60,125) and 37658 (Hampton) is near the bottom ($36,853).
How many ZIP codes are in Carter County?
Carter County, Tennessee includes 5 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Carter County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Carter County, Tennessee with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.