Knoxville

TN

Knox County, Tennessee

Population 494K |Median income $74,222 |7 hospitals

Population
494,148
Knox County
Median Income
$74,222
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$320,900
+41% vs avg
Median Age
37.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
494K+13%
Median Income
$74,222+56%
Median Home Value
$320,900+104%
Poverty Rate
12.2%-16%
Unemployment
3.5%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,261/mo
Poverty Rate
12.2% -14% vs avg
Unemployment 3.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 41%
Work From Home 14.4%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 80.1%
African American 8.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%
Asian 2.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
36.5%
Short Sleep Duration
34.1%
Obesity
33.5%
Physical Inactivity
23.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
19%
Binge Drinking
16.2%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.3%
Diabetes
12%
Current Asthma
10.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.5%
Annual Checkup 77.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
3
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
4
UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM, INC
KNOXVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
PHYSICIANS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
POWELL · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
FORT SANDERS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
KNOXVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
PARKWEST MEDICAL CENTER
KNOXVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Knoxville 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 Knoxville, TN? ▼
Knoxville, TN has a population of 494,148 people, located in Knox County, Tennessee.
What is the median household income in Knoxville? ▼
The median household income in Knoxville, TN is $74,222 per year. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
What is the median home value in Knoxville? ▼
The median home value in Knoxville, TN is $320,900. Median rent is $1,261/month.
What are the top health concerns in Knoxville? ▼
The top health indicators in Knoxville include High Blood Pressure (36.5%), Short Sleep Duration (34.1%), Obesity (33.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Knoxville? ▼
Knoxville has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Knoxville? ▼
The median age in Knoxville, TN is 37.4 years. 41% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Knoxville, TN is located in Knox County, Tennessee. With a population of 494K and a median household income of $74,222, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Knoxville 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 (Knox 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.