Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.4% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 138 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,664 (44%) |
| Some College | 2,632 (17.4%) |
| Associates | 2,306 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,105 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,312 (15.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,836 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $181,423 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $716/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,225 |
| Vacant Units | 2,442 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Grainger County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 24,127 residents. With a median age of 46.99, it is a mature county.
Grainger County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,835 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Grainger County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $181,423 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $715. Homeownership rates are high at 79.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Grainger County are primarily White (93.45%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Grainger 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37708 | Bean Station | 6,248 | $45,331 | $161,800 | $621 | 2.3% | 26.4% |
| 37709 | Blaine | 3,948 | $61,509 | $238,600 | $911 | 5.5% | 25.8% |
| 37848 | Powder Springs | 94 | $93,661 | — | — | 0.0% | 43.1% |
| 37861 | Rutledge | 8,578 | $53,797 | $202,200 | $634 | 4.1% | 21.7% |
| 37881 | Thorn Hill | 1,874 | $44,583 | $124,000 | $805 | 5.7% | 14.7% |
| 37888 | Washburn | 3,385 | $50,443 | $130,100 | $820 | 9.9% | 16.8% |