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Roane County, Tennessee
Roane County, Tennessee. Roane County had 57,395 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 7.2% since 2020, faster than Tennessee (+5.8%). It holds 6 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 16 census tracts. GEOID 47145.
Roane County is one of the 9 counties of the Knoxville, TN metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
57,395
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 53,404 · ACS 2020-2024: 55,208
Median household income
$71,885
±$3,521 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $69,595
Median home value
$232,900
±$8,429 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $286,700
Median gross rent
$785
±$36 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $1,189
How many people live in Roane County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 53,404 residents in Roane County. The Census Bureau estimates 57,395 for July 1, 2025, up 7.2% since 2020, faster than Tennessee (+5.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 55,208 over 361 square miles of land.
| Measure | Roane County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 55,208 | 7,066,383 | +2,133 |
| Households | 22,790±383 | 2,824,277 | +1,889 |
| Average household size | 2.40±0.04 | 2.45 | −0.10 |
| Housing units | 25,680±36 | 3,143,670 | no clear change |
Roane County's population since 2000
From 51,910 in 2000 to 57,395 in 2025: up 10.6%. 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 Roane County?
Roane County holds 6 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Kingston with 6,299 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Kingston | 5,953 | $71,675 |
|---|---|---|
| Harriman | 5,892 | $44,653 |
| Rockwood | 5,444 | $47,791 |
| Oak Ridge | 31,402 | $72,311 |
| MidtownGEOID 4748460 | 1,220 | $61,154 |
| Oliver Springs | 3,297 | $51,183 |
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 Roane County?
The median resident of Roane County is 47.3 years old; 18.7% are under 18 and 23.3% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 90.3%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.8%. 1.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Roane County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47.3±0.3 | 38.9 | +0.9 |
| Under 18 years | 18.7% | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.3%±0.2 pts | 17.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.5% | 7.4% | +0.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 90.3%±0.8 pts | 71.0% | −2.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 2.6%±0.3 pts | 15.4% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 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 | 3.8%±0.9 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 6.1% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.1%±0.4 pts | 8.6% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.4%±0.9 pts | 7.3% | – |
| With a disability | 18.3%±1.6 pts | 14.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.4%±1.2 pts | 10.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 89.7%±1.5 pts | 90.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.1%±1.5 pts | 31.1% | +2.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.1%±1.1 pts | 11.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.3%±0.8 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 Roane County earn?
Half of Roane County's 22,790 households earn less than $71,885 a year (±$3,521), against $69,595 in Tennessee. In 2015-2019 the median was $65,678 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,207 after inflation. 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Roane County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $71,885±$3,521 | $69,595 | +$6,207 |
| Mean household income | $94,176±$4,302 | $96,820 | – |
| Per capita income | $39,403±$1,790 | $39,437 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 12.0%±1.7 pts | 13.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 15.9%±4.4 pts | 18.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 13.1%±2.2 pts | 10.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.2%±1.9 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 Roane County?
Owners occupy 78.1% of Roane County's occupied homes and renters 21.9%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $232,900 by its owner (±$8,429). The median renter pays $785 a month including utilities, and 34.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Roane County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $232,900±$8,429 | $286,700 | +$47,927 |
| Median gross rent | $785±$36 | $1,189 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 34.2%±6.4 pts | 39.7% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,423±$43 | $1,566 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 78.1%±2.4 pts | 66.9% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 25,680±36 | 3,143,670 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.9%±1.2 pts | 6.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 76.5%±2.2 pts | 68.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 12.0%±1.7 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.8%±0.8 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 5.3%±1.1 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 Roane County building?
Builders took permits for 380 new housing units across Roane County in 2025 (380 single-family), 6.6 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 Roane County get to work?
81.2% of Roane County's workers drive alone and 8.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.9%.
| Measure | Roane County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 54.3%±1.3 pts | 62.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9%±1.5 pts | 4.7% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 81.2%±2.5 pts | 75.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.7%±2.0 pts | 8.4% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 1.1%±0.6 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.9%±1.6 pts | 12.9% | +4.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.4 min±1.3 | 25.7 min | no clear change |
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 Roane County's census tracts?
Roane County is divided into 16 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $40,159 (Tract 305) to $119,605 (Tract 301).
| Tract 30147145030100 | 3,383±335 | $119,605 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 302.0347145030203 | 4,141±462 | $97,321 |
| Tract 302.0447145030204 | 3,466±421 | $66,519 |
| Tract 302.0547145030205 | 2,942±416 | $95,096 |
| Tract 302.0647145030206 | 4,640±594 | $107,264 |
| Tract 303.0147145030301 | 3,173±475 | $70,441 |
| Tract 303.0247145030302 | 3,379±531 | $76,797 |
| Tract 304.0147145030401 | 2,970±660 | $57,565 |
| Tract 304.0247145030402 | 3,186±353 | $76,228 |
| Tract 30547145030500 | 4,462±541 | $40,159 |
| Tract 30647145030600 | 3,658±521 | $71,682 |
| Tract 30747145030700 | 4,434±398 | $77,431 |
| Tract 308.0147145030801 | 1,755±329 | $33,304 |
| Tract 308.0247145030802 | 3,620±510 | $48,168 |
| Tract 30947145030900 | 5,999±618 | $77,240 |
| Tract 980147145980100 | 0±14 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Roane County compare with Tennessee's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 30th of 95 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 31st of 95 |
| Residents per square mile | 24th of 95 |
| Median household income | 18th of 95 |
| Median home value | 34th of 95 |
| Median gross rent | 58th of 95 |
| Poverty rate | 76th of 95 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26th of 95 |
| Median age | 8th 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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