Elizabethton

Carter County, Tennessee

Population 57K |Median income $50,135 |1 hospital

Population

56,712

Carter County

Median Income

$50,135

-26% vs avg

Median Home Value

$168,200

-26% vs avg

Median Age

45.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

57K-1%

Median Income

$50,135+57%

Median Home Value

$168,200+66%

Poverty Rate

17.1%-25%

Unemployment

6.2%-37%

Economics

Median Rent

$739/mo

Poverty Rate

17.1% +20% vs avg

Unemployment 6.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20.6%

Work From Home 7.2%

Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 93.6%

African American 1.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.9%

Asian 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

44.7%

Short Sleep Duration

42.9%

Obesity

37.9%

Physical Inactivity

31.4%

Current Smoking

20.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

18.1%

Diabetes

15.9%

Binge Drinking

13.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.8%

Dental Visit 52.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

11.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

9.3%

Stroke

4.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SYCAMORE SHOALS HOSPITAL

ELIZABETHTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Elizabethton 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 Elizabethton, TN? ▼

Elizabethton, TN has a population of 56,712 people, located in Carter County, Tennessee.

What is the median household income in Elizabethton? ▼

The median household income in Elizabethton, TN is $50,135 per year. The poverty rate is 17.1%.

What is the median home value in Elizabethton? ▼

The median home value in Elizabethton, TN is $168,200. Median rent is $739/month.

What are the top health concerns in Elizabethton? ▼

The top health indicators in Elizabethton include High Blood Pressure (44.7%), Short Sleep Duration (42.9%), Obesity (37.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Elizabethton? ▼

Elizabethton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Elizabethton? ▼

The median age in Elizabethton, TN is 45.9 years. 20.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Elizabethton, TN is located in Carter County, Tennessee. With a population of 57K and a median household income of $50,135, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Elizabethton 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 (Carter 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.