Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.4% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 224 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,404 (40.7%) |
| Some College | 3,186 (17.5%) |
| Associates | 2,742 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,641 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,010 (16.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,402 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $198,474 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $859/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,966 |
| Vacant Units | 1,272 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
White County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 29,712 residents. With a median age of 43.18, it is a middle-aged county.
White County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,401 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.0% is above the national average.
Housing in White County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $198,474 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $858. Homeownership rates are high at 78.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of White County are primarily White (92.71%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
White County, TN is a solidly middle-class area in Tennessee. The 4 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.