Blount County

Blount County, TN, has a population of approximately 135,280 (as of 2020). The racial composition includes 92.4% White, 3.1% Black or African American, 1.3% Asian, and 3.2% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is about $56,253, with 11.5% of the population living below the poverty line. The median age is 43.5 years, and the county spans 567 square miles. Education levels show that 88.7% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, and 25.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of 2023, Blount County, TN, has a median home price of around $310,000. The area boasts a homeownership rate of 76.9%, with average monthly rents near $1,200. The housing market has shown moderate growth with a 5% year-over-year increase in property values. Housing options vary from historic homes to new constructions, appealing to a wide range of buyers.

As of the latest elections, Blount County, TN, had various positions up for election, including county mayor, commissioners, and school board members. The election saw significant voter turnout, with 44,567 ballots cast out of 92,987 registered voters, representing a 48% participation rate.

For the county mayor race:

• Incumbent Ed Mitchell (Republican) won with 27,890 votes (62.6%).
• Challenger Michael Caylor (Independent) received 16,648 votes (37.4%).

In the county commission race covering 10 districts:

• District 1 saw Robert Ramsey securing 3,102 votes (52.8%) against two other candidates.
• District 10 had Jerome Moon winning with 2,021 votes (60.4%).

In local school board elections:

• In District 7, incumbent Chris Cantrell retained his seat with 3,404 votes (55.7%).

These results highlight the key races and candidate outcomes in Blount County for the most recent election cycle.

As of the latest data, Blount County, TN, has educational attainment figures as follows:

• 88.7% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of 88.5%.
• 24.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average of 33.1% and the Tennessee state average of 27.3%.
• The high school graduation rate for the county is approximately 92%, higher than the national average of around 85%.

In summary, Blount County fares well in high school graduation rates but falls behind both the national and state averages for higher education degree attainment.

Blount County, TN, exhibits an employment landscape with key industries and workforce statistics. As of the most recent data:

1. Top Industries:

   • Manufacturing: 21% of employment
   • Healthcare and Social Assistance: 16%
   • Retail Trade: 12%
   • Accommodation and Food Services: 9%
   • Educational Services: 8%

2. Employment Statistics:

   • Unemployment rate: Approximately 3%, consistently below the national average of around 4%.
   • Workforce participation rate: About 60%, close to the national average of roughly 63%.

3. Comparative Analysis:

   • Nationally, service industries like healthcare, retail, and accommodation are also prominent, with similar trends in Tennessee.
   • Manufacturing is more significant in Blount County, relative to the national average (8.5%) and the state's average (16%).

These figures reflect a specialized local economy with an overrepresentation in manufacturing compared to broader averages.

Blount County, TN, has an average household income of approximately $63,000. Comparatively, this is below the national average household income, which stands at around $68,700. Additionally, it falls short of Tennessee's state average household income of about $67,700. This indicates that Blount County residents earn less on average than both the state and national benchmarks.

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These figures illustrate the income disparity between the local, state, and national levels. Blount County's lower average income may influence factors such as cost of living, economic opportunities, and overall quality of life.

As of the most recent data available, Blount County, TN, shows varied crime rates by type. Here are pertinent statistics:

The overall crime rate in Blount County remains relatively lower compared to the national average. Property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes, with larceny-theft being the most common offense. The county strives for ongoing improvements in public safety through community engagement and law enforcement initiatives. Data accuracy may vary as new statistics are compiled.