Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.2% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 120 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,019 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 2,274 (18.6%) |
| Associates | 2,074 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 1,068 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,647 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,856 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $169,716 ▼ 39% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $653/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,099 |
| Vacant Units | 1,028 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Unicoi County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,732 residents. With a median age of 44.72, it is a middle-aged county.
Unicoi County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,856 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Unicoi County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $169,716 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $652. Homeownership rates are high at 73.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Unicoi County are primarily White (91.21%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Unicoi County, TN is a working-class area in Tennessee. The 3 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.