Roane County

As of the 2020 Census, Roane County, TN has a population of approximately 53,382. The racial makeup is about 93.5% White, 2.6% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino, 1.0% Asian, and 1.2% two or more races. The median household income is around $51,125, and the poverty rate is 15.1%. The median age is 46.7 years. Housing units total approximately 27,800 with an owner-occupied rate of 72.1%.

As of 2023, Roane County, TN, has a median home value of approximately $248,000. The housing market has seen an appreciation rate of 8.4% in the past year. Around 68% of residents are homeowners, and the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is about $700 per month. The county has a mix of urban and rural housing options, with a balanced inventory of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. The average household size is 2.4 persons, and new constructions are steadily rising to meet growing demand.

As of the most recent elections:

1. Presidential Elections (2020)

   • Donald Trump (Republican): 20,157 votes (73.6%)
   • Joe Biden (Democrat): 6,901 votes (25.2%)

2. County Executive (2022)

   • Wade Creswell (Republican): 11,565 votes (unopposed in general)

3. County Commission (2022)

   • Notable Race (Kingston District)
     • Ben Gann (Republican): 2,309 votes
     • Carol Murphy (Independent): 1,891 votes

4. School Board Elections (2022)

   • Fifth District:
     • Sue Golomb (Republican): 743 votes
     • Charles Aikens (Republican): 712 votes

These are a few key races and data points from recent elections in Roane County, TN. The county generally leans Republican as indicated by the county executive and majority of commissioners. Full detailed results can be obtained from the Roane County Election Commission website or local governmental sources.

As of the latest data, Roane County, TN, has educational attainment levels somewhat below national and state averages. Around 87% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, which is slightly lower than the national average of 90%. Approximately 19% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of about 33% and the Tennessee state average of 27%. The high school graduation rate for the county is about 89%, which is close to the Tennessee state average of 89.6% and slightly below the national average of 90%.

Overall, Roane County is somewhat less educated compared to both the state and national figures, particularly in higher education attainment. However, the high school graduation rate is comparable to broader averages.

Roane County, TN has a civilian labor force participation rate of around 55.5%. The county's unemployment rate stands at approximately 4.5%, slightly above the national average of 3.7% and Tennessee's state average of 4.0%. The top industries in Roane County are healthcare and social assistance, manufacturing, and educational services. Healthcare and social assistance employ about 20% of the workforce, manufacturing employs 17%, and educational services account for 12%.

In comparison, nationally, healthcare and social assistance employ around 14.7% of the workforce, manufacturing around 8.5%, and educational services approximately 9.3%. Tennessee's statewide employment distribution in healthcare is similar to national figures at 14%, while manufacturing is higher at 11%. This demonstrates that Roane County has a relatively high concentration of jobs in manufacturing and healthcare compared to both national and state averages.

Roane County, TN, has a median household income of approximately $46,000 as of the latest available data. This is significantly lower than both the national median household income, which is about $68,700, and the Tennessee state median household income, which stands at around $56,000.

Below is a statistics table for comparison:

These figures indicate that Roane County's median household income is below both the state and national averages, highlighting a local economic gap.

Roane County, Tennessee, exhibits a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. According to recent statistics, the overall rate is approximately 2,600 crimes per 100,000 residents per year. Here's a breakdown:

These figures offer a snapshot of crime tendencies in the county, highlighting a higher prevalence of property crimes compared to violent crimes.