Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.3% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 244 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,781 (38.3%) |
| Some College | 5,950 (19.3%) |
| Associates | 4,304 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 3,492 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,022 (16.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,089 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $202,825 ▼ 27% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $708/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,089 |
| Vacant Units | 2,437 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Monroe County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 48,791 residents. With a median age of 43.21, it is a middle-aged county.
Monroe County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,089 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Monroe County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $202,825 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $707. Homeownership rates are high at 73.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Monroe County are primarily White (88.13%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Monroe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37354 | Madisonville | 17,421 | $53,547 | $209,100 | $796 | 5.1% | 27.9% |
| 37874 | Sweetwater | 16,640 | $52,912 | $171,900 | $635 | 6.1% | 24.5% |
| 37385 | Tellico Plains | 8,610 | $59,824 | $189,500 | $575 | 5.2% | 24.4% |
| 37885 | Vonore | 6,120 | $74,683 | $287,800 | $843 | 1.0% | 37.4% |