Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 461 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,848 (29.1%) |
| Some College | 7,407 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 7,318 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 5,074 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,527 (28.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,792 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $230,864 ▼ 17% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $987/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 33,198 |
| Vacant Units | 3,520 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Anderson County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 72,516 residents. With a median age of 42.61, it is a middle-aged county.
Anderson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,791 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Anderson County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $230,864 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $986. Homeownership rates are high at 71.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Anderson County are primarily White (86.51%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Anderson County, TN is a solidly middle-class area in Tennessee. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37705 | Andersonville | 5,479 | $77,853 | $310,800 | $1,280 | 2.4% | 44.0% |
| 37710 | Briceville | 1,136 | $29,646 | $82,500 | $671 | 3.2% | 17.7% |
| 37716 | Clinton | 26,361 | $61,250 | $220,500 | $887 | 5.4% | 30.8% |
| 37769 | Lake City | 5,673 | $51,691 | $192,600 | $700 | 6.6% | 20.1% |
| 37828 | Norris | 1,348 | $74,698 | $307,000 | $1,072 | 0.0% | 63.0% |
| 37830 | Oak Ridge | 32,519 | $70,795 | $234,500 | $1,076 | 4.7% | 48.9% |