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Greene County, Tennessee
Greene County, Tennessee. Greene County had 73,831 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 5.2% since 2020, slower than Tennessee (+5.8%). It holds 5 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 17 census tracts. GEOID 47059.
Greene County is the county of the Greeneville, TN micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
73,831
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 70,152 · ACS 2020-2024: 71,628
Median household income
$56,194
±$3,104 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $69,595
Median home value
$207,500
±$8,440 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $286,700
Median gross rent
$737
±$33 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $1,189
How many people live in Greene County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 70,152 residents in Greene County. The Census Bureau estimates 73,831 for July 1, 2025, up 5.2% since 2020, slower than Tennessee (+5.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 71,628 over 622 square miles of land.
| Measure | Greene County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 71,628 | 7,066,383 | +2,794 |
| Households | 28,400±568 | 2,824,277 | +1,004 |
| Average household size | 2.46±0.05 | 2.45 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 32,697±60 | 3,143,670 | +163 |
Greene County's population since 2000
From 62,909 in 2000 to 73,831 in 2025: up 17.4%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Greene County?
Greene County holds 5 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Greeneville with 16,141 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Greeneville | 15,479 | $49,889 |
|---|---|---|
| Tusculum | 3,298 | $70,694 |
| Mosheim | 2,479 | $48,986 |
| Baileyton | 436 | $41,979 |
| Fall BranchGEOID 4725540 | 1,248 | $50,208 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Greene County?
The median resident of Greene County is 44.7 years old; 19.0% are under 18 and 22.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 90.9%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 3.9%. 2.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Greene County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.7±0.2 | 38.9 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 19.0%±0.1 pts | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.1%±0.2 pts | 17.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% | 7.4% | +1.0 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 90.9%±0.3 pts | 71.0% | −2.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.7%±0.3 pts | 15.4% | −0.4 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.1 pts | 1.9% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.7%±0.4 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.0%±0.4 pts | 6.1% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.8%±0.7 pts | 8.6% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.1%±0.7 pts | 7.3% | – |
| With a disability | 23.0%±1.6 pts | 14.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 9.2%±1.2 pts | 10.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.1%±1.5 pts | 90.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 18.7%±1.5 pts | 31.1% | +2.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.1%±1.0 pts | 11.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.6%±0.7 pts | 3.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Greene County earn?
Half of Greene County's 28,400 households earn less than $56,194 a year (±$3,104), against $69,595 in Tennessee. In 2015-2019 it was $52,421 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Greene County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $56,194±$3,104 | $69,595 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $76,662±$3,937 | $96,820 | – |
| Per capita income | $31,898±$1,797 | $39,437 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 15.4%±1.8 pts | 13.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 20.1%±5.3 pts | 18.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 11.7%±1.4 pts | 10.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 80.0%±1.7 pts | 89.2% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Greene County?
Owners occupy 77.1% of Greene County's occupied homes and renters 22.9%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $207,500 by its owner (±$8,440). The median renter pays $737 a month including utilities, and 35.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Greene County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $207,500±$8,440 | $286,700 | +$56,863 |
| Median gross rent | $737±$33 | $1,189 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.3%±5.6 pts | 39.7% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,150±$37 | $1,566 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.1%±2.2 pts | 66.9% | +3.1 pts |
| Housing units | 32,697±60 | 3,143,670 | +163 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.9%±1.0 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 9.3%±4.0 pts | 6.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 68.0%±1.9 pts | 68.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 22.8%±1.9 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 7.5%±1.2 pts | 5.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Greene County building?
Builders took permits for 276 new housing units across Greene County in 2025 (276 single-family), 3.7 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Greene County get to work?
80.6% of Greene County's workers drive alone and 7.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.7%.
| Measure | Greene County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 53.0%±1.4 pts | 62.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.7%±1.3 pts | 4.7% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 80.6%±2.1 pts | 75.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.0%±1.3 pts | 8.4% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 1.2%±0.6 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.8%±1.7 pts | 12.9% | +4.7 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.0 min±1.3 | 25.7 min | +3.0 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Greene County's census tracts?
Greene County is divided into 17 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $33,611 (Tract 912) to $82,757 (Tract 910.02).
| Tract 90147059090100 | 6,521±883 | $49,924 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 90247059090200 | 3,823±334 | $63,162 |
| Tract 90347059090300 | 5,967±764 | $59,009 |
| Tract 90447059090400 | 5,331±645 | $55,213 |
| Tract 905.0147059090501 | 5,300±642 | $54,560 |
| Tract 905.0247059090502 | 1,332±321 | $79,250 |
| Tract 90647059090600 | 4,234±526 | $56,357 |
| Tract 90747059090700 | 2,570±336 | $54,844 |
| Tract 90847059090800 | 4,872±568 | $63,958 |
| Tract 90947059090900 | 5,044±554 | $61,379 |
| Tract 910.0147059091001 | 4,243±601 | $51,728 |
| Tract 910.0247059091002 | 4,295±899 | $82,757 |
| Tract 91147059091100 | 3,534±501 | $63,365 |
| Tract 91247059091200 | 3,742±560 | $33,611 |
| Tract 91347059091300 | 4,675±599 | $44,063 |
| Tract 91447059091400 | 2,685±362 | $41,577 |
| Tract 91547059091500 | 3,460±482 | $66,016 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Greene County compare with Tennessee's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 20th of 95 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 54th of 95 |
| Residents per square mile | 30th of 95 |
| Median household income | 57th of 95 |
| Median home value | 45th of 95 |
| Median gross rent | 79th of 95 |
| Poverty rate | 50th of 95 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 45th of 95 |
| Median age | 27th of 95 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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