Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 17.0% ▲ 70% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.4% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 732 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 15,294 (35.8%) |
| Some College | 7,680 (18%) |
| Associates | 5,901 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,005 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,064 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,550 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $183,902 ▼ 34% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $850/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 29,891 |
| Vacant Units | 2,283 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hamblen County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 69,501 residents. With a median age of 40.68, it is a middle-aged county.
Hamblen County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,549 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Hamblen County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $183,902 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $850. Homeownership rates are high at 69.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hamblen County are primarily White (78.54%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hamblen County, TN is a working-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37813 | Morristown | 17,479 | $47,783 | $158,400 | $813 | 5.0% | 27.2% |
| 37814 | Morristown | 34,842 | $51,083 | $192,200 | $859 | 5.7% | 31.1% |
| 37860 | Russellville | 3,739 | $74,904 | $182,300 | $709 | 6.2% | 25.6% |
| 37877 | Talbott | 9,103 | $76,191 | $214,400 | $978 | 1.9% | 38.8% |
| 37891 | Whitesburg | 4,338 | $46,704 | $157,400 | $786 | 25.9% | 23.2% |