Knoxville, TN
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.6.21)
AGE IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 25,560 | 13.8% |
| 25 to 29 years | 16,449 | 8.9% |
| 30 to 34 years | 13,420 | 7.2% |
| 35 to 39 years | 11,374 | 6.1% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10,160 | 5.5% |
| 45 to 49 years | 9,953 | 5.4% |
| 50 to 54 years | 11,171 | 6.0% |
| 55 to 59 years | 9,968 | 5.4% |
| 60 to 64 years | 9,499 | 5.1% |
| 65 to 69 years | 8,102 | 4.4% |
| 70 to 74 years | 6,004 | 3.2% |
| 75 to 79 years | 3,757 | 2.0% |
| 80 to 84 years | 3,123 | 1.7% |
| 85+ years | 3,571 | 1.9% |
The median age in Knoxville is 32.6 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 139,537 | 75.3% |
| Black or African American | 32,538 | 17.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 871 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3,368 | 1.8% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 151 | 0.1% |
| Other | 3,411 | 1.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 4,200 | 3.6% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 9,586 | 8.2% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 33,120 | 28.4% |
| Some college, no degree | 24,588 | 21.1% |
| Associate’s degree | 8,868 | 7.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 21,930 | 18.8% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 14,259 | 12.2% |
| High school graduate or higher | 102,765 | 88.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 36,189 | 31.0% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 80,362 | 69.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 11.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 13.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 7.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2.7% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.7% |
Median household income: $37,703
Mean household income: $56,382
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $17,145 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $23,515 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $30,150 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $40,209 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $51,570 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 156,851 | NA |
| Never married | 69,612 | 44.4% |
| Now married (except separated) | 49,929 | 31.8% |
| Separated | 5,219 | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 8,495 | 5.4% |
| Divorced | 23,596 | 15.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 46,539 | 26.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Owner-occupied housing units | 36,379 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 43,200 |
| Single-family detached units | 48,118 |
| Homeownership rate | 45.7% |
| Vacancy rate | 11.5% |
| Renters rate | 54.3% |
| Average housing value | $172,479 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $798 |
| Average rent | $691 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Average income | $56,382 |
| Average household size | 2.22 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 63.7% |
| Percent disabled | 14.7% |
| Percent with health coverage | 89.1% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 20.2 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.7% |
| Percent veterans | 6.7% |
| Percent foreign born | 6.1% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 1.8% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $52,047.19 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $393.99 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $231.22 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $71.75 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $32.98 |
| Apparel & services | $1,517.80 |
| Men’s apparel | $294.62 |
| Women’s apparel | $502.86 |
| Children’s apparel | $230.54 |
| Boys’ apparel | $78.19 |
| Girls’ apparel | $86.56 |
| Footwear | $348.27 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,611.64 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $266.09 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $814.51 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,205.75 |
| Education | $1,076.50 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,246.54 |
| Club membership fees | $150.87 |
| Dating services | $0.62 |
| Pet food | $186.34 |
| Pet services | $42.23 |
| Food consumed at home | $3,692.56 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $484.99 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $378.17 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $709.30 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $819.15 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $369.70 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,300.94 |
| Health care | $4,144.80 |
| Medical services | $751.06 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $102.95 |
| Household Services | $1,395.94 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $54.64 |
| Lawn and garden services | $292.78 |
| Housekeeping services | $108.35 |
| PC repair | $4.88 |
| Housing | $16,398.22 |
| Home improvements | $1,615.17 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,519.78 |
| Phone services | $1,278.43 |
| Water | $498.38 |
| Life and other insurance | $301.12 |
| Pensions and social security | $5,367.89 |
| Personal care products and services | $623.29 |
| Hair care products | $75.70 |
| Personal care products | $261.44 |
| Local transportation | $6,166.07 |
| Gasoline | $1,616.47 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $843.08 |
| Travel | $1,451.42 |
| Airline fares | $348.72 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $17.24 |
| Lodging on trips | $394.26 |
| Food and drink on trips | $353.90 |
| Entertainment on trips | $123.95 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN KNOX COUNTY (home to KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE)
| % with any debt in collections | 34% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,837 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 24% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $987 |
| % with student loan debt | 16% |
| Average student loan debt | $19,928 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $178 |
| % with auto debt | 31% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 3,290 | 3.4% |
| February 2019 | 2,974 | 3.1% |
| March 2019 | 3,138 | 3.2% |
| April 2019 | 2,591 | 2.7% |
| May 2019 | 2,902 | 3.0% |
| June 2019 | 3,821 | 3.9% |
| July 2019 | 3,806 | 3.8% |
| August 2019 | 3,178 | 3.3% |
| September 2019 | 2,857 | 2.9% |
| October 2019 | 2,802 | 2.8% |
| November 2019 | 2,773 | 2.8% |
| December 2019 | 2,706 | 2.8% |
| January 2020 | 3,180 | 3.3% |
| February 2020 | 3,315 | 3.4% |
| March 2020 | 2,853 | 2.9% |
| April 2020 | 13,896 | 14.7% |
| May 2020 | 9,476 | 9.8% |
| June 2020 | 8,948 | 9.4% |
| July 2020 | 9,043 | 9.6% |
| August 2020 | 8,216 | 8.2% |
| September 2020 | 5,833 | 5.9% |
| October 2020 | 6,596 | 6.7% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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