Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.5% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,861 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 73,402 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 32,658 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 42,123 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 29,717 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 124,260 (40.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,851 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $296,549 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,231/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 217,528 |
| Vacant Units | 17,679 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Knox County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 35 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 493,453 residents. With a median age of 38.1, it is a middle-aged county.
Knox County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $75,851 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Knox County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $296,549 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,231. Homeownership rates are high at 65.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Knox County are primarily White (79.68%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 50.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Knox County, TN is a middle-income area in Tennessee. The 35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37721 | Corryton | 14,649 | $64,674 | $218,900 | $960 | 3.8% | 27.5% |
| 37754 | Heiskell | 4,075 | $70,475 | $186,900 | $995 | 4.3% | 32.8% |
| 37902 | Knoxville | 2,308 | $56,397 | $570,700 | $1,322 | 1.9% | 57.9% |
| 37909 | Knoxville | 16,848 | $61,365 | $273,900 | $1,156 | 4.9% | 56.9% |
| 37912 | Knoxville | 22,009 | $44,754 | $185,600 | $1,050 | 5.2% | 35.2% |
| 37914 | Knoxville | 20,917 | $55,933 | $204,300 | $988 | 4.2% | 33.7% |
| 37915 | Knoxville | 6,124 | $22,236 | $206,400 | $519 | 9.0% | 33.0% |
| 37916 | Knoxville | 14,771 | $17,982 | $270,000 | $1,176 | 4.4% | 50.8% |
| 37917 | Knoxville | 25,738 | $51,232 | $189,100 | $1,063 | 5.6% | 39.1% |
| 37918 | Knoxville | 45,978 | $69,311 | $237,500 | $1,102 | 3.5% | 43.8% |
| 37919 | Knoxville | 31,401 | $71,863 | $453,000 | $1,247 | 2.1% | 66.3% |
| 37920 | Knoxville | 43,509 | $61,348 | $231,300 | $1,092 | 3.7% | 44.4% |
| 37921 | Knoxville | 29,064 | $57,813 | $204,300 | $1,147 | 3.7% | 40.4% |
| 37922 | Knoxville | 39,013 | $126,638 | $468,600 | $1,672 | 2.1% | 75.7% |
| 37923 | Knoxville | 30,874 | $70,046 | $292,500 | $1,303 | 4.5% | 57.1% |
| 37924 | Knoxville | 14,672 | $73,794 | $217,300 | $1,020 | 2.8% | 39.8% |
| 37931 | Knoxville | 31,149 | $91,284 | $317,100 | $1,450 | 2.7% | 53.7% |
| 37932 | Knoxville | 23,330 | $109,900 | $431,200 | $1,516 | 3.3% | 64.9% |
| 37934 | Knoxville | 28,237 | $135,472 | $473,600 | $1,810 | 2.6% | 71.7% |
| 37938 | Knoxville | 16,904 | $80,868 | $287,400 | $1,091 | 3.3% | 46.2% |
| 37806 | Mascot | 3,011 | $56,076 | $176,100 | $827 | 2.7% | 34.9% |
| 37849 | Powell | 28,872 | $83,400 | $263,600 | $1,097 | 3.9% | 43.2% |