Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.6% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 549 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,213 (36.2%) |
| Some College | 5,672 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 5,286 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,881 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,923 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,696 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $218,134 ▼ 22% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $868/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 24,933 |
| Vacant Units | 3,606 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jefferson County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 55,698 residents. With a median age of 44.41, it is a middle-aged county.
Jefferson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,695 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.1%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Jefferson County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $218,134 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $867. Homeownership rates are high at 73.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jefferson County are primarily White (90.35%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jefferson County, TN is a solidly middle-class area in Tennessee. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37725 | Dandridge | 18,169 | $64,983 | $235,200 | $932 | 5.8% | 32.1% |
| 37760 | Jefferson City | 14,020 | $61,626 | $233,900 | $844 | 6.0% | 43.8% |
| 37820 | New Market | 7,743 | $62,901 | $193,500 | $853 | 3.3% | 28.0% |
| 37871 | Strawberry Plains | 8,548 | $73,102 | $190,000 | $803 | 1.8% | 22.9% |
| 37890 | White Pine | 7,218 | $61,905 | $204,300 | $846 | 7.4% | 28.8% |