Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.1% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 44% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 508 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,833 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 4,175 (18.8%) |
| Associates | 2,920 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,669 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,105 (18.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,824 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $176,429 ▼ 37% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $819/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,072 |
| Vacant Units | 2,436 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rhea County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 37,230 residents. With a median age of 42.63, it is a middle-aged county.
Rhea County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,823 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Rhea County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $176,429 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $818. Homeownership rates are high at 74.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Rhea County are primarily White (87.76%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Rhea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37321 | Dayton | 20,670 | $59,182 | $168,000 | $819 | 6.5% | 27.8% |
| 37332 | Evensville | 2,123 | $46,341 | $188,500 | $1,192 | 15.1% | 28.2% |
| 37337 | Grandview | 1,276 | $44,940 | $164,300 | — | 11.9% | 16.6% |
| 37338 | Graysville | 2,991 | $38,111 | $121,900 | $750 | 6.9% | 22.1% |
| 37381 | Spring City | 10,170 | $57,553 | $208,600 | $761 | 5.9% | 24.6% |