Question 1

Is 38261 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38261 in Union City has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Union City city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 38261 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 38261?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38261 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 38261. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 38261 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Union City. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 38261?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 38261 is approximately $169K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 38261 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 38261 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 38261 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38261 has an overall NeighborScore of 72/100, placing it in the moderate range for Union City. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 72/100, 38261 scores similarly to the middle tier of Union City neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Union City — ZIP 38261

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Lake Road Elementary	PK–08	—	—	—
Ridgemont Elementary	PK–08	—	—	—
Union City Elementary School	PK–04	—	—	—
Union City High School	09–12	—	—	—
Union City Middle School	05–08	—	—	—