Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 73 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,171 (40.4%) |
| Some College | 1,054 (19.6%) |
| Associates | 604 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 577 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 890 (16.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,157 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $155,538 ▼ 44% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $718/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,849 |
| Vacant Units | 734 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Houston County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 8,316 residents. With a median age of 42.9, it is a middle-aged county.
Houston County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,156 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Houston County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $155,538 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $718. Homeownership rates are high at 81.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Houston County are primarily White (91.44%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Houston County, TN is a working-class area in Tennessee. The 3 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.