Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 21.2% ▲ 112% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 211 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,316 (38%) |
| Some College | 2,471 (21.7%) |
| Associates | 1,408 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 959 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,999 (17.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,047 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,910 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $650/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,212 |
| Vacant Units | 1,538 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Fentress County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,465 residents. With a median age of 47.58, it is a mature county.
Fentress County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,046 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 21.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Fentress County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $146,910 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $649. Homeownership rates are high at 80.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Fentress County are primarily White (94.32%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Fentress County, TN is a working-class area in Tennessee. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38504 | Allardt | 496 | $67,434 | — | — | 0.0% | 9.3% |
| 38553 | Clarkrange | 2,541 | $62,727 | $164,400 | $960 | 9.9% | 45.7% |
| 38565 | Grimsley | 1,106 | $51,458 | — | — | 15.9% | 26.8% |
| 38556 | Jamestown | 12,531 | $42,819 | $147,300 | $587 | 2.9% | 23.0% |
| 38577 | Pall Mall | 1,315 | $42,708 | $109,400 | — | 0.5% | 29.7% |
| 38589 | Wilder | 476 | $55,136 | — | — | 0.0% | 18.0% |