Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 14.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,108 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 32,708 (30.3%) |
| Some College | 15,171 (14%) |
| Associates | 17,010 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 11,724 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 30,389 (28.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,460 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $194,980 ▼ 30% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $853/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 77,742 |
| Vacant Units | 7,923 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Sullivan County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 162,915 residents. With a median age of 44.98, it is a middle-aged county.
Sullivan County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,459 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Sullivan County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $194,980 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $852. Homeownership rates are high at 72.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Sullivan County are primarily White (91.9%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Sullivan County, TN is a solidly middle-class area in Tennessee. The 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37617 | Blountville | 14,200 | $65,069 | $225,000 | $841 | 7.6% | 38.7% |
| 37618 | Bluff City | 13,208 | $58,413 | $174,000 | $880 | 8.0% | 30.3% |
| 37620 | Bristol | 38,330 | $54,908 | $175,500 | $809 | 7.6% | 38.0% |
| 37660 | Kingsport | 40,114 | $46,913 | $177,800 | $833 | 5.4% | 36.3% |
| 37663 | Kingsport | 14,037 | $76,122 | $224,900 | $886 | 4.5% | 44.2% |
| 37664 | Kingsport | 28,721 | $61,164 | $204,900 | $817 | 3.7% | 45.2% |
| 37665 | Kingsport | 5,156 | $46,565 | $110,300 | $937 | 13.6% | 25.2% |
| 37686 | Piney Flats | 9,149 | $84,894 | $306,300 | $1,117 | 2.0% | 46.0% |