Sullivan County

As of the latest available data, Sullivan County, TN, has a population of around 158,348. The racial composition is primarily White (93.8%), followed by Black or African American (2.7%), and smaller percentages of Asian, Native American, and other races. The median household income is approximately $45,900, with a poverty rate of about 17.2%. The population includes 21.5% aged 65 and over, and 20.7% under 18. The county covers an area of 430 square miles, with the population density averaging around 368 people per square mile.

As of recent data, the median home value in Sullivan County, TN, is approximately $175,000. The area has seen a growth in home values by 6.9% over the past year. The average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment is around $700 per month. The homeownership rate is approximately 72%, with a median household income of about $45,000. On average, homes stay on the market for roughly 60 days.

Sullivan County, Tennessee, has various elections including local, state, and federal levels. In the 2020 Presidential Election, the county's results showed 69,706 total votes: 53,443 (76.68%) for Donald Trump, 15,259 (21.93%) for Joe Biden.

For 2022 local elections, notable positions included County Mayor and Sheriff:

• County Mayor: Incumbent Richard Venable
• County Sheriff: Jeff Cassidy (Republican)

The Tennessee State Legislature includes representatives from Sullivan County:

• State Senate District 4: Jon Lundberg (Republican)
• State House District 1: John Crawford (Republican), District 2: Bud Hulsey (Republican), District 3: Scotty Campbell (Republican)

Local elections also determine seats for the County Commission, School Board, and other key county offices. Turnout and results can significantly influence county policies and development plans. For detailed and up-to-date information, checking the Sullivan County Election Commission website is recommended.

As of the latest data, Sullivan County, TN, has educational attainment levels that show about 87.2% of adults aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, which is slightly above the national average of 86.7% but below the Tennessee state average of 88.8%. Approximately 23.6% have a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.1% and the state average of 28.3%. The county has several public and private schools, as well as higher education institutions like Northeast State Community College and King University, contributing to local educational opportunities. While educational attainment in Sullivan County is moderately strong at the high school level, it lags behind national and state averages for higher education degrees.

As of the latest available data in 2023, Sullivan County, TN has an employment rate mirroring broader economic patterns. The county's job market is primarily driven by healthcare, manufacturing, retail trade, and education. Key employers include Ballad Health, Eastman Chemical Company, and various public school systems.

Numerically, the employment rate stands at roughly 95%, with an unemployment rate around 5%, slightly higher than the national average of 3.7% and the Tennessee state average of 4.0%.

Top industries in Sullivan County include:

• Healthcare and social assistance (22%)
• Manufacturing (18%)
• Retail trade (11%)
• Educational services (9%)

Compared to national averages, Sullivan County has a higher percentage of employment in manufacturing and healthcare, reflecting regional industry strengths. The national average for healthcare and social assistance is 14.5% and manufacturing is around 8.5%, highlighting a local concentration in these sectors.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Sullivan County, TN, is approximately $45,000. Comparatively, the median household income for the state of Tennessee is about $53,320, while the national median household income is approximately $68,700.

Sullivan County's median income is notably lower than both the state and national averages, highlighting regional economic disparities. Keep in mind these figures are subject to change as new economic data becomes available.

As of the latest available data, Sullivan County, TN, has a mixed crime landscape. The overall crime rate is approximately 34.57 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. For context, the national average is about 22.0 crimes per 1,000 people.

Crime Statistics Table for Sullivan County, TN

Sources include FBI UCR data and local law enforcement agencies' reports. Violent crimes are lower than the national average, while property crimes are somewhat higher.