Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.0% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,657 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 54,772 (22.5%) |
| Some College | 28,217 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 40,606 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 23,148 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 92,889 (38.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,682 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,349 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,193/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 167,328 |
| Vacant Units | 14,674 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hamilton County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 33 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 374,506 residents. With a median age of 39.76, it is a middle-aged county.
Hamilton County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $75,682 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Hamilton County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $290,349 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,192. Homeownership rates are high at 64.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hamilton County are majority White (69.05%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Hamilton County, TN is a middle-income area in Tennessee. The 33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37302 | Apison | 5,253 | $103,578 | $371,600 | $950 | 0.7% | 54.4% |
| 37308 | Birchwood | 2,957 | $69,398 | $238,200 | $744 | 2.9% | 27.1% |
| 37402 | Chattanooga | 4,203 | $28,829 | $460,000 | $673 | 4.8% | 36.8% |
| 37403 | Chattanooga | 6,560 | $65,750 | $444,000 | $1,253 | 5.9% | 58.2% |
| 37404 | Chattanooga | 13,883 | $53,585 | $235,300 | $999 | 4.7% | 39.7% |
| 37405 | Chattanooga | 18,535 | $77,850 | $416,900 | $1,276 | 2.5% | 62.6% |
| 37406 | Chattanooga | 12,867 | $42,993 | $150,300 | $944 | 10.8% | 25.4% |
| 37407 | Chattanooga | 10,164 | $33,785 | $84,600 | $891 | 9.3% | 16.2% |
| 37408 | Chattanooga | 3,029 | $91,000 | $460,000 | $1,338 | 3.5% | 64.1% |
| 37409 | Chattanooga | 3,417 | $75,076 | $245,900 | $1,138 | 8.2% | 61.0% |
| 37410 | Chattanooga | 3,673 | $22,127 | $133,800 | $695 | 6.0% | 14.8% |
| 37411 | Chattanooga | 18,815 | $50,180 | $216,800 | $1,031 | 6.8% | 41.0% |
| 37412 | Chattanooga | 21,840 | $56,600 | $182,600 | $1,120 | 5.8% | 34.4% |
| 37415 | Chattanooga | 23,132 | $67,027 | $261,900 | $1,240 | 3.0% | 54.4% |
| 37416 | Chattanooga | 14,089 | $65,083 | $229,600 | $1,086 | 6.1% | 41.9% |
| 37419 | Chattanooga | 6,288 | $86,029 | $302,800 | $979 | 6.5% | 56.0% |
| 37421 | Chattanooga | 52,516 | $79,958 | $299,600 | $1,313 | 3.5% | 49.4% |
| 37341 | Harrison | 14,966 | $93,114 | $264,300 | $1,229 | 3.5% | 42.3% |
| 37343 | Hixson | 44,572 | $79,177 | $275,300 | $1,258 | 3.6% | 49.9% |
| 37350 | Lookout Mountain | 2,112 | $195,063 | $761,600 | $1,465 | 0.6% | 91.6% |
| 37351 | Lupton City | 295 | $38,965 | $170,100 | — | 0.0% | 60.5% |
| 37363 | Ooltewah | 40,830 | $94,873 | $349,600 | $1,495 | 3.1% | 55.0% |
| 37373 | Sale Creek | 2,949 | $59,306 | $295,800 | $1,072 | 1.9% | 25.6% |
| 37377 | Signal Mountain | 16,819 | $115,959 | $483,800 | $1,389 | 1.9% | 69.1% |
| 37379 | Soddy Daisy | 29,002 | $85,525 | $277,600 | $988 | 3.3% | 38.0% |