Greene County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Greene County, Tennessee, had a population of 70,152. The racial makeup was predominantly White (93.7%), followed by Black or African American (2.1%), Asian (0.7%), and other races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race made up 3.1% of the population. The median age was approximately 44 years. The county had 29,362 households, with an average household size of 2.37. The median household income was around $42,500, with a poverty rate of 16.9%.

As of recent data, Greene County, TN, features a median home value of approximately $150,000. The housing market has seen a year-over-year appreciation rate of about 10%. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is around $700-$800 per month. Homeownership rate is approximately 70%, with an average property tax rate of 0.6%. The area has a mix of historical homes and new constructions, providing diverse housing options.

As of the most recent update available in 2023, Greene County, TN has various elected positions including County Mayor, County Commissioners, School Board Members, and Constitutional Officers like Circuit Court Clerk, County Clerk, Register of Deeds, Sheriff, and Trustee.

In the 2022 elections:

• County Mayor: Kevin Morrison won with 7,147 votes.
• County Commission: 14 districts, each with 2 seats. For example, District 1's winners were Mike Farley and Dawn Tucker.
• School Board: Several districts saw contested races. For instance, in District 4, Cindy Luttrell garnered 982 votes.
• Sheriff's race: Wesley Holt secured victory with 6,214 votes.

Keep current with local resources for the latest candidate lists and precise vote numbers as these figures and officeholders can change with new election cycles.

As of the latest available data, Greene County, TN, shows the following education statistics: Approximately 83.3% of residents aged 25 and older have attained at least a high school diploma, which is below the national average of around 88.5% and the Tennessee state average of roughly 87.5%. When it comes to higher education, around 15.4% of county residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of approximately 33.1% and the Tennessee average of about 27.3%. These figures indicate that Greene County lags behind both the state and national averages in educational attainment.

As of recent data, Greene County, TN has an unemployment rate of approximately 4.6%, slightly above the national average of 3.9% and the Tennessee state average of 4.2%. The labor force consists of around 31,000 people. Key industries in the county include manufacturing, healthcare, retail trade, and education services.

Manufacturing is the largest sector, employing nearly 24% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5%. Healthcare and social assistance employ about 15%, closely aligned with the national average of 16%. Retail trade employs around 12%, aligning with the national rate of 11%. Educational services account for approximately 7%, slightly below the national average of 9%.

Overall, Greene County has a strong manufacturing presence compared to both state and national levels, while healthcare and retail trade follow more typical employment patterns.

As of the most recent data, Greene County, TN, has a median household income of approximately $41,000. This is significantly lower than both the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and the Tennessee state median, approximately $56,000.

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These figures highlight the economic challenges faced by residents of Greene County relative to broader state and national averages.

As of the latest data, Greene County, TN, has a crime rate of approximately 2,720 incidents per 100,000 residents annually. Violent crimes contribute to roughly 300 incidents per 100,000 residents, while property crimes account for about 2,420 incidents per 100,000 residents.

Note: These values are approximations based on recent crime statistics reports and may fluctuate annually. Contact the Greene County Sheriff's Office or local agencies for the most current statistics.