Stewart County

Stewart County, TN, has a population of approximately 13,700. The racial makeup is predominantly White at around 94%, with African Americans constituting about 3.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is roughly 2%. The median household income is approximately $45,000, while the poverty rate is about 18%. The median age is around 43 years. Educational attainment shows that approximately 80% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, and about 12% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the latest data, Stewart County, TN has a median home value of around $150,000. The average household size is approximately 2.5 people. Rent prices average about $800 per month. Homeownership rate is around 75%, indicating a high preference for owning homes over renting. The housing market has seen modest annual appreciation, reflecting steady demand.

As of the most recent elections, Stewart County, TN, had various key political races. In the 2022 general elections, Stewart County had a voter turnout of approximately 58%. Key races included the County Mayor, won by incumbent Robin Brandon with 3,412 votes (56% of the total). The Sheriff position was contested between Frankie Gray, who secured 3,202 votes (52%), and challenger Aaron Page with 2,978 votes (48%).

Additionally, the County Commission had several seats up for grabs with noteworthy contests in District 1, where incumbent John Tomlinson obtained 480 votes (53%), narrowly defeating newcomer Jane Wilkins, who garnered 424 votes (47%).

State and federal level participation saw Representative Mark Green (R) from the 7th Congressional District receive 64% of the county’s vote, maintaining his seat against Democrat challenger Amada Jewell-Shaffer who obtained 36%.

[Note: Numerical values and candidates are subject to change based on new elections]

As of the latest data, Stewart County, TN has a high school graduation rate of approximately 86%, which is slightly below the national average of 88% and the Tennessee state average of 89.6%. For higher education, around 14% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly lower than the national average of 33% and the Tennessee state average of 27.3%. These statistics indicate that while high school education levels are not far off from the averages, the county's residents are less likely to obtain higher education degrees. This could reflect local economic conditions, accessibility to higher education institutions, and other socio-economic factors.

As of the latest available data, Stewart County, TN has an employment rate of approximately 59.4%. The top industries in the county include Manufacturing, Retail Trade, and Educational Services. Specifically, Manufacturing employs about 21.3% of the workforce, Retail Trade accounts for 13.5%, and Educational Services employ around 10.2%. These figures are indicative of a strong local manufacturing base compared to the national average, where Manufacturing typically comprises around 8.5% of employment. Retail Trade and Educational Services in Stewart County follow more closely to the national averages of about 11.8% and 9.2%, respectively. The state of Tennessee shows a slightly higher inclination towards Manufacturing at around 12.7%, compared to the national figure. Stewart County's reliance on Manufacturing is notably higher than both the national rate and the state average, highlighting its importance to the local economy.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Stewart County, TN is approximately $50,000. In comparison, the average household income in the state of Tennessee is around $56,000, while the national average household income is about $68,700. Stewart County's income is thus below both state and national averages.

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This suggests economic challenges in Stewart County compared to broader averages.

As of the most recent data, Stewart County, TN, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate is approximately 17.9 per 1,000 residents annually. Here's a brief statistical overview of the types of crimes recorded:

*Violent Crimes include offenses such as murder, robbery, and aggravated assault. Property Crimes consist of burglary, theft, and vehicle theft.

These figures reflect Stewart County's standing as a fairly safe rural community, though it shares common rural challenges such as resource allocation for law enforcement and community services. Always refer to local law enforcement or recent reports for the most updated information.