Cheatham County

As of the latest data, Cheatham County, Tennessee has a population of approximately 41,071. The racial composition is around 94% White, 2.5% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents make up about 2.5% of the population. The median age is 39.8 years, with roughly 25.4% under 18, and 14.5% 65 or older. The median household income in the county is approximately $61,000, and the per capita income is around $28,135. The poverty rate is about 8.9%.

(Note: Please verify these figures from a reliable source as they may vary.)

As of the latest data, the median home price in Cheatham County, TN is approximately $320,000. Rent averages around $1,500 per month. The county has seen a year-over-year home price increase of about 12%. The average household size is 2.62, and the homeownership rate is around 78%. Housing inventory tends to be limited, with a seller's market prevailing. The property tax rate is approximately 2.68 per $100 of assessed value. Housing affordability indices suggest moderate affordability for the average resident.

Cheatham County, TN, conducts elections for various local offices including mayor, county commissioners, school board members, and other municipal positions. The county also participates in state and federal elections.

Key positions and recent candidates:

1. County Mayor: Incumbent Kerry McCarver was re-elected.
2. County Commissioners: 5 districts, 2 representatives each.
3. School Board: Includes seats representing different county districts.
4. Sheriff: Tim Binkley.

In the 2020 presidential election, Cheatham County exhibited strong support for the Republican candidate, aligning with statewide voting patterns.

Population (2020 Census): ~41,000 Voter registration: ~30,000 Typical voter turnout: Around 60% for presidential elections, lower for midterms.

Local issues and candidate platforms focus on education, infrastructure, and public safety. For the most current candidate list and electoral results, visit the Cheatham County Election Commission website or contact local government offices.

Cheatham County, TN, has notable educational statistics that reflect its populace's educational attainment. As of recent data, around 88.2% of residents 25 and older hold at least a high school diploma, which is slightly below the national average of 88.5%. Approximately 20.0% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1% and Tennessee's average of 27.3%. These figures suggest that while Cheatham County exhibits commendable high school completion rates, it lags somewhat in higher education attainment relative to both state and national benchmarks.

As of the most recent data, Cheatham County, TN, has an employment rate with roughly 21,000 individuals in the civilian labor force. The top industries include manufacturing, retail trade, and healthcare/social assistance. Manufacturing employs about 18% of the workforce, retail trade around 12%, and healthcare/social assistance nearly 11%.

Comparatively, the national averages for these sectors are manufacturing at approximately 8.5%, retail trade at 10%, and healthcare/social assistance at 13.5%. For the state of Tennessee, manufacturing stands at about 15%, retail trade at 11%, and healthcare/social assistance at 14%. Thus, Cheatham County has a higher proportion of its workforce in manufacturing and retail trade than both national and state averages, but slightly lower in healthcare/social assistance compared to state and national figures.

These numbers indicate a strong manufacturing base in the county, which is more pronounced than in broader contexts.

As of the latest available data, Cheatham County, TN has the following income statistics:

• Median Household Income: $64,156
• Per Capita Income: $29,241

For comparison:

• United States Median Household Income: Approximately $68,700
• United States Per Capita Income: Approximately $35,672
• Tennessee Median Household Income: Approximately $56,071
• Tennessee Per Capita Income: Approximately $30,530

Below is a statistics table for a clearer view:

Cheatham County's median household income is higher than the Tennessee state average but below the national average. The per capita income in Cheatham County is slightly below both state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, Cheatham County, Tennessee, has a crime rate of approximately 35.6 per 1,000 residents annually. This places it near the state average. Crime distribution in the county is primarily composed of property crimes, with violent crimes being considerably lower.

Cheatham County Crime Statistics

This summary provides an overview of crime types and their prevalence in Cheatham County, giving insight into community safety and law enforcement activity.