Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 19.9% ▲ 99% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.6% ▼ 50% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 439 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,658 (48.4%) |
| Some College | 3,972 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 3,316 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,759 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,965 (12.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,949 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,689 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $818/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,657 |
| Vacant Units | 2,812 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cocke County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 38,377 residents. With a median age of 45.31, it is a mature county.
Cocke County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,948 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Cocke County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $138,689 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $818. Homeownership rates are high at 71.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cocke County are primarily White (92.38%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 19.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Cocke County, TN is a working-class area in Tennessee. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37713 | Bybee | 1,348 | $52,500 | $136,600 | $821 | 2.2% | 25.8% |
| 37722 | Cosby | 7,430 | $48,221 | $175,500 | $892 | 5.7% | 23.2% |
| 37727 | Del Rio | 2,026 | $50,000 | $99,900 | $1,040 | 3.3% | 15.8% |
| 37753 | Hartford | 1,075 | $51,728 | $78,300 | $620 | 3.1% | 28.4% |
| 37821 | Newport | 22,113 | $45,350 | $127,800 | $789 | 3.6% | 17.6% |
| 37843 | Parrottsville | 4,385 | $66,071 | $164,600 | $788 | 6.2% | 20.9% |