Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 16.2% ▲ 62% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.7% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 450 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,749 (40.6%) |
| Some College | 6,434 (17.7%) |
| Associates | 5,337 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 3,130 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,260 (17.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,805 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $161,605 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $761/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 26,376 |
| Vacant Units | 4,163 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hawkins County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 55,460 residents. With a median age of 46.17, it is a mature county.
Hawkins County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,805 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.7%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Hawkins County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $161,605 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $760. Homeownership rates are high at 82.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hawkins County are primarily White (94.63%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hawkins 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37711 | Bulls Gap | 5,682 | $39,496 | $115,500 | $760 | 6.8% | 18.2% |
| 37642 | Church Hill | 14,491 | $63,963 | $178,000 | $923 | 8.8% | 30.4% |
| 37731 | Eidson | 756 | $50,078 | — | — | 0.0% | 15.6% |
| 37811 | Mooresburg | 4,156 | $44,880 | $152,300 | $711 | 2.9% | 23.4% |
| 37645 | Mount Carmel | 5,504 | $71,336 | $179,700 | $804 | 7.7% | 24.0% |
| 37857 | Rogersville | 20,425 | $51,383 | $164,500 | $650 | 7.2% | 26.5% |
| 37873 | Surgoinsville | 4,446 | $37,385 | $140,100 | $736 | 13.0% | 22.1% |