East Ridge

TN

Hamilton County, Tennessee

Population 376K |Median income $76,183 |5 hospitals

Population
376,192
Hamilton County
Median Income
$76,183
+12% vs avg
Median Home Value
$312,800
+37% vs avg
Median Age
39.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
376K+10%
Median Income
$76,183+63%
Median Home Value
$312,800+103%
Poverty Rate
13.1%-21%
Unemployment
4.4%-54%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,253/mo
Poverty Rate
13.1% -8% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 37.5%
Work From Home 14.3%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 70.2%
African American 17%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.7%
Asian 2.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
38.3%
Short Sleep Duration
36.9%
Obesity
34.5%
Physical Inactivity
22.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.9%
Current Smoking
15.4%
Binge Drinking
14.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Diabetes
12.7%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.7%
Annual Checkup 78%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
2
MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, INC
CHATTANOOGA · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★☆
ERLANGER MEDICAL CENTER
CHATTANOOGA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
PARKRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER
CHATTANOOGA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — East Ridge Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple East Tennessee Counties Until 5:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Western North Carolina and East Tennessee Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Knoxville and East Tennessee Through 4:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee and Western North Carolina Through 5:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee Counties Through 3:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of East Ridge, TN? ▼
East Ridge, TN has a population of 376,192 people, located in Hamilton County, Tennessee.
What is the median household income in East Ridge? ▼
The median household income in East Ridge, TN is $76,183 per year. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
What is the median home value in East Ridge? ▼
The median home value in East Ridge, TN is $312,800. Median rent is $1,253/month.
What are the top health concerns in East Ridge? ▼
The top health indicators in East Ridge include High Blood Pressure (38.3%), Short Sleep Duration (36.9%), Obesity (34.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in East Ridge? ▼
East Ridge has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in East Ridge? ▼
The median age in East Ridge, TN is 39.5 years. 37.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

East Ridge, TN is located in Hamilton County, Tennessee. With a population of 376K and a median household income of $76,183, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the East Ridge area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Hamilton County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.