Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 17.3% ▲ 73% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.0% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 47% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 261 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,605 (39.7%) |
| Some College | 3,347 (20.1%) |
| Associates | 2,588 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,660 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,175 (13.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,579 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $158,897 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $701/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,481 |
| Vacant Units | 1,235 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Morgan County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,584 residents. With a median age of 41.55, it is a middle-aged county.
Morgan County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,578 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Morgan County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $158,897 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $700. Homeownership rates are high at 80.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Morgan County are primarily White (91.95%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 23.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Morgan County, TN is a solidly middle-class area in Tennessee. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37726 | Deer Lodge | 2,313 | $58,750 | $166,500 | $480 | 1.2% | 18.2% |
| 37770 | Lancing | 3,034 | $47,900 | $129,900 | $736 | 4.4% | 27.2% |
| 37829 | Oakdale | 1,939 | $87,564 | $130,300 | $1,088 | 4.6% | 21.5% |
| 37840 | Oliver Springs | 10,402 | $60,064 | $185,100 | $630 | 7.0% | 30.2% |
| 37845 | Petros | 116 | $25,054 | — | — | — | 0.0% |
| 37872 | Sunbright | 2,096 | $48,513 | $120,000 | $947 | 3.6% | 17.7% |
| 37887 | Wartburg | 6,652 | $56,375 | $149,100 | $682 | 12.7% | 14.3% |