Knoxville, TN Metro Area

Knoxville, TN · Metro Area

932,241Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 9 counties (4 central, 5 outlying), part of the Knoxville-Morristown-Sevierville, TN combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $72,422
Median home value: $290,200
Land area: 3,501 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Knox County, TN	Central	494,148	$74,222	$320,900
Blount County, TN	Central	139,333	$77,365	$320,500
Anderson County, TN	Central	79,153	$66,183	$239,400
Loudon County, TN	Central	58,580	$84,185	$348,000
Roane County, TN	Outlying	55,208	$71,885	$232,900
Campbell County, TN	Outlying	39,761	$51,557	$186,500
Grainger County, TN	Outlying	24,266	$50,538	$189,200
Morgan County, TN	Outlying	21,361	$65,954	$166,300
Union County, TN	Outlying	20,431	$62,727	$204,000

Largest cities and towns

44 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Knoxville, TN	City	195,185	$54,039
Oak Ridge, TN	City	32,693	$72,311
Maryville, TN	City	32,392	$81,963
Farragut, TN	Town	24,634	$142,093
Alcoa, TN	City	12,222	$65,714
Lenoir City, TN	City	11,110	$67,259
Clinton, TN	City	10,239	$68,882
Tellico Village, TN	CDP	7,414	$106,875
La Follette, TN	City	7,273	$37,581
Loudon, TN	Town	6,432	$53,650
Kingston, TN	City	6,224	$71,675
Harriman, TN	City	6,090	$44,653
Eagleton Village, TN	CDP	5,598	$71,875
Rockwood, TN	City	5,566	$47,791
Louisville, TN	City	4,383	$89,744
Oliver Springs, TN	Town	3,281	$51,183
Mascot, TN	CDP	3,277	$60,250
Blaine, TN	City	3,213	$77,092
Bean Station, TN	City	3,016	$44,785
Coalfield, TN	CDP	2,754	$90,104
Jacksboro, TN	Town	2,650	$68,750
Maynardville, TN	City	2,528	$46,106
Plainview, TN	City	2,458	$63,965
Vonore, TN	Town	2,191	$58,317
Caryville, TN	Town	2,073	$56,394

Also in the Knoxville-Morristown-Sevierville, TN combined area

Morristown, TN · metro · 122,533 Sevierville, TN · micro · 99,652 Newport, TN · micro · 36,813

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Unemployment

3.7%

College Educated

32.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$72,422

Mean Household Income

$98,652

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.3%

Female

50.7%

Population Split

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English14.6%

German11.1%

Irish10.5%

Scottish2.8%

Mexican2.8%

Italian2.5%

French1.5%

Polish1.4%

African0.7%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

4.8%Foreign Born

95.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized43.4%

Non-Citizen56.6%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later40.4%

Before 201059.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

418,905

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Median Home Value

$290,200

Median Year Built

1986

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

207,822

College Enrollment

22.2%

High School

21.3%

College Educated

32.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

24.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

77.3%

Public Transit

0.3%

Work From Home

13.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.4%

18-34 Years

22.7%

35-64 Years

38.0%

65+ Years

18.9%

Population Composition

Under 1820.4%

18-3422.7%

35-6438.0%

65+18.9%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

49.4%

Single Parent

4.8%

Living Alone

29.2%

Avg Size

2.41

Household Types

Married Couples49.4%

Single Parent4.8%

Living Alone29.2%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$40,856

SNAP Usage

9.6%

Health Insurance

91.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.5%

$25k - $50k19.2%

$50k - $100k30.3%

$100k+34.9%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

10.4%

Retail Trade

12.2%

Education & Health Care

22.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.8%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

91.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

88.8%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.6%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

92.6

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

127.7

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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