Roane County, TN
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53,777
TOTAL POPULATION
26,388
MALE POPULATION
27,389
FEMALE POPULATION
96.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.79
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,579
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,641
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,460
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,092
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
24,945
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Roane County
The most populous races in Roane County are White / Caucasian (49,424 | 91.9%), Two or more Races (2,128 | 4.0%), and Black / African American (1,450 | 2.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 354 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 1,450 | 2.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 17 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,201 | 2.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 217 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 49,424 | 91.9% |
| Two or more Races | 2,128 | 4.0% |
| Some other Race | 187 | 0.4% |
| Total | 53,777 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Roane County
The most populous ancestries reported in Roane County are English (7,226 | 13.4%), American (6,849 | 12.7%), Irish (5,869 | 10.9%), German (5,716 | 10.6%), and Scotch-Irish (2,000 | 3.7%), together accounting for 51.4% of all Roane County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 33 | 0.1% |
| Albanian | 44 | 0.1% |
| American | 6,849 | 12.7% |
| Arab | 43 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 57 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 58 | 0.1% |
| Bolivian | 7 | 0.0% |
| British | 436 | 0.8% |
| Burmese | 95 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Carpatho Rusyn | 11 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 66 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 26 | 0.1% |
| Central American Indian | 17 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 327 | 0.6% |
| Chilean | 53 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 87 | 0.2% |
| Choctaw | 63 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 23 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 76 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 69 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 37 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 997 | 1.8% |
| Dutch West Indian | 17 | 0.0% |
| Eastern European | 62 | 0.1% |
| Egyptian | 1 | 0.0% |
| English | 7,226 | 13.4% |
| European | 1,022 | 1.9% |
| Finnish | 9 | 0.0% |
| French | 954 | 1.8% |
| French Canadian | 446 | 0.8% |
| German | 5,716 | 10.6% |
| Greek | 40 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 12 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 142 | 0.3% |
| Icelander | 10 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 57 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 5,869 | 10.9% |
| Italian | 940 | 1.8% |
| Korean | 73 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 14 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 822 | 1.5% |
| Native Hawaiian | 17 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 130 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 288 | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 15 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 49 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 529 | 1.0% |
| Portuguese | 25 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 78 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 81 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 2,000 | 3.7% |
| Scottish | 1,085 | 2.0% |
| Slovak | 38 | 0.1% |
| South American | 83 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 23 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 33 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 201 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 26 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 197 | 0.4% |
| Turkish | 13 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 44 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 488 | 0.9% |
| Yugoslavian | 30 | 0.1% | View All 73 Rows |
Immigrants in Roane County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Roane County came from Asia (352 | 0.6%), Europe (311 | 0.6%), Western Europe (195 | 0.4%), Latin America (189 | 0.4%), and Germany (172 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.3% of all Roane County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 352 | 0.6% |
| Belgium | 11 | 0.0% |
| Bolivia | 7 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 12 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 21 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 121 | 0.2% |
| Chile | 17 | 0.0% |
| China | 25 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 23 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 21 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 97 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 75 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 1 | 0.0% |
| England | 22 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 311 | 0.6% |
| Germany | 172 | 0.3% |
| Hungary | 36 | 0.1% |
| India | 113 | 0.2% |
| Israel | 10 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 16 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 56 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 5 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 189 | 0.4% |
| Mexico | 120 | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | 12 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 41 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 1 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 45 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 18 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 21 | 0.0% |
| South America | 47 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 119 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 126 | 0.2% |
| Thailand | 6 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 70 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 195 | 0.4% | View All 39 Rows |
Sex and Age in Roane County
Sex and Age in Roane County
The most populous age groups in Roane County are 60 to 64 Years (2,384 | 9.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (2,377 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,157 (4.4%) | 1,123 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,256 (4.8%) | 1,536 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,603 (6.1%) | 1,299 (4.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,625 (6.2%) | 1,550 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,476 (5.6%) | 1,340 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,505 (5.7%) | 1,407 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,403 (5.3%) | 1,386 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,573 (6.0%) | 1,623 (5.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,213 (4.6%) | 1,209 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,652 (6.3%) | 1,640 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 2,026 (7.7%) | 2,152 (7.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,784 (6.8%) | 2,125 (7.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,384 (9.0%) | 2,377 (8.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,958 (7.4%) | 2,070 (7.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,595 (6.0%) | 1,611 (5.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 1,217 (4.6%) | 1,559 (5.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 485 (1.8%) | 582 (2.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 476 (1.8%) | 800 (2.9%) |
| Total | 26,388 (100.0%) | 27,389 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Roane County
Median Family Size in Roane County
The median family size in Roane County is 2.93 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,005 | 13.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.97 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,266 | 8.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.77 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 11,780 (78.3%) | 2.94 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,266 (8.4%) | 2.77 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,005 (13.3%) | 2.97 |
| Total Families | 15,051 (100.0%) | 2.93 |
Median Household Size in Roane County
The median household size in Roane County is 2.42 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,266 | 5.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.23 persons per household. non-family households (6,905 | 31.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 11,780 (53.6%) | 2.95 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,266 (5.8%) | 3.23 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,005 (9.1%) | 3.17 |
| Non-family | 6,905 (31.5%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 21,956 (100.0%) | 2.42 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Roane County
Out of a total of 21,956 households in Roane County, 15,051 (68.5%) are family households, while 6,905 (31.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 7,726, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,054.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 6,054 (27.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 7,726 (35.2%) | 842 (3.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 3,428 (15.6%) | 9 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,260 (10.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,205 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 255 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 177 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,051 (68.5%) | 6,905 (31.5%) |
Female Fertility in Roane County
Fertility by Age in Roane County
Average fertility rate in Roane County is 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 170.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 92.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 703 (92.5%) | 170.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 57 (7.5%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 760 (100.0%) | 71.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Roane County
90.4% of women with births (760) in Roane County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 61.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 5.4% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 665 (94.6%) | 38 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 22 (38.6%) | 35 (61.4%) |
| Total | 687 (90.4%) | 73 (9.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Roane County
Average fertility rate in Roane County is 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 143.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 6.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 46.6% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 10 (1.3%) | 6.0 |
| High School Diploma | 354 (46.6%) | 108.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 138 (18.2%) | 36.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 171 (22.5%) | 143.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 87 (11.5%) | 114.0 |
| Total | 760 (100.0%) | 71.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Roane County
9.6% of women with births in Roane County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 15.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 300 (84.8%) | 54 (15.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 119 (86.2%) | 19 (13.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 171 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 687 (90.4%) | 73 (9.6%) |
Income in Roane County
Income Overview in Roane County
Per Capita Income in Roane County is $36,579, while median incomes of families and households are $81,641 and $66,460 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 53,777 | $36,579 |
| Median Family Income | 15,051 | $81,641 |
| Mean Family Income | 15,051 | $103,799 |
| Median Household Income | 21,956 | $66,460 |
| Mean Household Income | 21,956 | $87,984 |
| Income Deficit | 15,051 | $12,092 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 53,777 | 35.66% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 53,777 | 64.34¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 53,777 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Roane County
Average Earnings in Roane County are $37,511, $45,984 for men and $29,587 for women, a difference of 35.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 13,754 (52.4%) | $45,984 |
| Female | 12,516 (47.6%) | $29,587 |
| Total | 26,270 (100.0%) | $37,511 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Roane County
The most common earnings brackets in Roane County are $100,000+ for men (2,148 | 15.6%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (1,112 | 8.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 508 (3.7%) | 1,054 (8.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 377 (2.7%) | 639 (5.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 358 (2.6%) | 418 (3.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 268 (1.9%) | 732 (5.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 281 (2.0%) | 493 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 516 (3.7%) | 346 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 320 (2.3%) | 543 (4.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 257 (1.9%) | 456 (3.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 291 (2.1%) | 380 (3.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 365 (2.6%) | 440 (3.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 759 (5.5%) | 846 (6.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 628 (4.6%) | 1,112 (8.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 802 (5.8%) | 657 (5.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 958 (7.0%) | 973 (7.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 787 (5.7%) | 637 (5.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 438 (3.2%) | 292 (2.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,317 (9.6%) | 774 (6.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 667 (4.9%) | 457 (3.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,709 (12.4%) | 571 (4.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 2,148 (15.6%) | 696 (5.6%) |
| Total | 13,754 (100.0%) | 12,516 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Roane County
Average earnings in Roane County are $50,419 for men and $32,954 for women, a difference of 34.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,879, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,525. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,938, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,932.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,525 | $21,932 |
| High School Diploma | $41,552 | $22,642 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,814 | $32,784 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $82,432 | $43,265 |
| Graduate Degree | $83,879 | $45,938 |
| Total | $50,419 | $32,954 |
Family Income in Roane County
Family Income Brackets in Roane County
According to the Roane County family income data, there are 3,236 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 286 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 421 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 286 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 873 | 5.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 707 | 4.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,047 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,483 | 16.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,574 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,236 | 21.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,249 | 8.3% |
| $200,000+ | 1,189 | 7.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Roane County
6-person families (270 | 1.8%) account for the highest median family income in Roane County with $126,300 per family, while 2-person families (8,283 | 55.0%) have the highest median income of $38,671 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 8,283 (55.0%) | $77,342 |
| 3-Person Families | 3,115 (20.7%) | $97,681 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,249 (14.9%) | $83,346 |
| 5-Person Families | 998 (6.6%) | $75,536 |
| 6-Person Families | 270 (1.8%) | $126,300 |
| 7+ Person Families | 136 (0.9%) | $99,167 |
| Total | 15,051 (100.0%) | $81,641 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Roane County
The median family income in Roane County is $81,641, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,124) having the highest median family income of $135,645, while families with no earners (2,876) have the lowest median family income of $50,640, accounting for 7.5% and 19.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 2,876 (19.1%) | $50,640 |
| 1 Earner | 5,093 (33.8%) | $65,323 |
| 2 Earners | 5,958 (39.6%) | $107,715 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,124 (7.5%) | $135,645 |
| Total | 15,051 (100.0%) | $81,641 |
Household Income in Roane County
Household Income Brackets in Roane County
With 3,820 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Roane County, accounting for 17.4% of all households. In contrast, only 922 households (4.2%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 922 | 4.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,230 | 5.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2,283 | 10.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,559 | 7.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,898 | 13.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,403 | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,008 | 13.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,820 | 17.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,405 | 6.4% |
| $200,000+ | 1,427 | 6.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Roane County
The median household income in Roane County is $66,460, with the highest median household income of $82,684 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 8,706 households (39.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,246, with 7,850 households (35.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 446 (2.0%) | $59,844 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,954 (22.6%) | $69,549 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 8,706 (39.7%) | $82,684 |
| 65+ Years | 7,850 (35.7%) | $48,246 |
| Total | 21,956 (100.0%) | $66,460 |
Poverty in Roane County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Roane County
With 11.0% poverty level for males and 13.3% for females among the residents of Roane County, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 48 males (44.9%) and 199 females (25.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 168 (14.8%) | 249 (22.4%) |
| 5 Years | 48 (44.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 466 (23.3%) | 228 (13.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 183 (24.8%) | 199 (25.4%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (16.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 9 (1.1%) | 53 (8.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 197 (9.8%) | 256 (13.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 440 (15.4%) | 641 (23.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 254 (9.3%) | 291 (10.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 272 (7.4%) | 413 (10.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 318 (7.7%) | 540 (12.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 376 (10.7%) | 338 (9.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 129 (6.2%) | 336 (12.0%) |
| Total | 2,860 (11.0%) | 3,606 (13.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Roane County
According to the poverty statistics in Roane County, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 967 (85.2%) | 861 (77.6%) |
| 5 Years | 59 (55.1%) | 325 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,536 (76.7%) | 1,494 (86.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 554 (75.2%) | 585 (74.6%) |
| 15 Years | 235 (100.0%) | 315 (83.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 828 (98.9%) | 561 (91.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,808 (90.2%) | 1,631 (86.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,422 (84.6%) | 2,134 (76.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,467 (90.7%) | 2,533 (89.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,396 (92.6%) | 3,362 (89.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,836 (92.3%) | 3,951 (88.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,149 (89.3%) | 3,319 (90.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,963 (93.8%) | 2,453 (87.9%) |
| Total | 23,220 (89.0%) | 23,524 (86.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Roane County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Roane County show that 5.2% or 608 of the total 11,780 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 29.6%, comprising of 212 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.4%, which includes 179 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 7,454 (97.7%) | 179 (2.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 3,131 (93.8%) | 207 (6.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 504 (70.4%) | 212 (29.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 83 (89.2%) | 10 (10.7%) |
| Total | 11,172 (94.8%) | 608 (5.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Roane County
According to the poverty data in Roane County, 10.0% or 127 single-father households and 25.7% or 516 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (43.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 households (41.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 21 (4.1%) | 96 (11.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 70 (10.5%) | 360 (35.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 36 (43.9%) | 60 (41.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 127 (10.0%) | 516 (25.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Roane County
The poverty data for Roane County shows that 608 of the married-couple family households (5.2%) and 643 of the single-parent households (19.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 212 households (29.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 96 household (42.1%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 179 (2.4%) | 117 (8.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 207 (6.2%) | 430 (25.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 212 (29.6%) | 96 (42.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 10 (10.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 608 (5.2%) | 643 (19.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Roane County
Employment by Class of Employer in Roane County
Among the 23,119 employed individuals in Roane County, private company employees (14,287 | 61.8%), local government employees (2,087 | 9.0%), and federal government employees (1,961 | 8.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 14,287 | 61.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 467 | 2.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,623 | 7.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,765 | 7.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 2,087 | 9.0% |
| State Government Employees | 893 | 3.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1,961 | 8.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 36 | 0.2% |
| Total | 23,119 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Roane County
According to the labor force statistics for Roane County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (45,191), 55.2% or 24,945 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 1,222 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 84.3% or 2,455 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.7% or 214 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 874 (34.1%) | 84 (9.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,205 (78.3%) | 214 (9.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,455 (84.3%) | 233 (9.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,083 (74.7%) | 44 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,247 (75.6%) | 170 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,991 (80.2%) | 276 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,599 (66.5%) | 114 (4.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,538 (53.3%) | 66 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,606 (22.2%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 348 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 24,945 (55.2%) | 1,222 (4.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Roane County
According to labor force statistics for Roane County, 72.5% of individuals (19,908) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (27,459) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 896 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 83.3% or 5,150 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.8% or 491 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,216 (55.4%) | 40 (1.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 6,301 (65.3%) | 753 (7.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 7,244 (76.8%) | 462 (4.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,150 (83.3%) | 49 (0.8%) |
| Total | 19,908 (72.5%) | 1,236 (4.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Roane County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Roane County are Community & Social Service (2,030 | 8.6%), Management (1,991 | 8.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,798 | 7.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,666 | 7.0%), and Business & Financial (1,487 | 6.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Roane County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (86.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (84.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (84.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (91.5%), Legal Services & Support (82.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,093 (54.9%) | 898 (45.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 661 (44.5%) | 826 (55.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,410 (84.6%) | 256 (15.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 591 (84.2%) | 111 (15.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 518 (84.1%) | 98 (15.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 301 (86.5%) | 47 (13.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 682 (33.6%) | 1,348 (66.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 109 (33.5%) | 216 (66.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 37 (17.7%) | 172 (82.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 359 (29.3%) | 864 (70.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 177 (64.8%) | 96 (35.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 360 (20.0%) | 1,438 (80.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 65 (8.5%) | 698 (91.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,206 (46.9%) | 4,766 (53.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,559 (53.1%) | 11,109 (46.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Roane County are Cleaning & Maintenance (982 | 4.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (968 | 4.1%), Healthcare Support (910 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (802 | 3.4%), and Personal Care & Service (497 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Roane County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (79.2%), Security & Protection (61.2%), and Personal Care & Service (52.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (55.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (55.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 67 (7.4%) | 843 (92.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 491 (61.2%) | 311 (38.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 187 (44.7%) | 231 (55.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 304 (79.2%) | 80 (20.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 430 (44.4%) | 538 (55.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 440 (44.8%) | 542 (55.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 263 (52.9%) | 234 (47.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,691 (40.7%) | 2,468 (59.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,559 (53.1%) | 11,109 (46.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Roane County are Office & Administration (2,357 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (2,032 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,017 (50.0%) | 1,015 (49.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 447 (19.0%) | 1,910 (81.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,464 (33.4%) | 2,925 (66.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,559 (53.1%) | 11,109 (46.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Roane County are Construction & Extraction (1,375 | 5.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (895 | 3.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (99 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 19 (19.2%) | 80 (80.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,323 (96.2%) | 52 (3.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 886 (99.0%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,228 (94.1%) | 141 (5.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,559 (53.1%) | 11,109 (46.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Roane County are Production (1,917 | 8.1%), Material Moving (1,229 | 5.2%), and Transportation (633 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,542 (80.4%) | 375 (19.6%) |
| Transportation | 553 (87.4%) | 80 (12.6%) |
| Material Moving | 875 (71.2%) | 354 (28.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,970 (78.6%) | 809 (21.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,559 (53.1%) | 11,109 (46.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Roane County
Employment Industries in Roane County
The major employment industries in Roane County include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,479 | 14.7%), Retail Trade (2,745 | 11.6%), Manufacturing (2,553 | 10.8%), Educational Services (1,837 | 7.8%), and Construction (1,752 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Roane County
The Roane County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (87.7%), and Utilities (77.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (85.0%), Educational Services (69.1%), and Finance & Insurance (64.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 57 (41.6%) | 80 (58.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,536 (87.7%) | 216 (12.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,939 (75.9%) | 614 (24.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 349 (74.3%) | 121 (25.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,420 (51.7%) | 1,325 (48.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 783 (74.6%) | 266 (25.4%) |
| Utilities | 442 (77.5%) | 128 (22.5%) |
| Information | 134 (48.5%) | 142 (51.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 220 (35.7%) | 397 (64.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 161 (57.3%) | 120 (42.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,103 (63.1%) | 645 (36.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 920 (59.2%) | 634 (40.8%) |
| Educational Services | 567 (30.9%) | 1,270 (69.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 522 (15.0%) | 2,957 (85.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 184 (59.2%) | 127 (40.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 538 (41.2%) | 768 (58.8%) |
| Public Administration | 933 (61.5%) | 583 (38.5%) |
| Total | 12,559 (53.1%) | 11,109 (46.9%) |
Education in Roane County
School Enrollment in Roane County
The most common levels of schooling among the 10,005 students in Roane County are elementary school (2,447 | 24.5%), middle school (2,359 | 23.6%), and high school (2,254 | 22.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 381 | 3.8% |
| Kindergarten | 565 | 5.7% |
| Elementary School | 2,447 | 24.5% |
| Middle School | 2,359 | 23.6% |
| High School | 2,254 | 22.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,523 | 15.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 476 | 4.8% |
| Total | 10,005 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Roane County
Out of a total of 10,005 students who are enrolled in schools in Roane County, 1,831 (18.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,174 (81.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 53 (29.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 575 (97.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 126 (70.4%) | 53 (29.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,386 (85.9%) | 391 (14.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,350 (81.6%) | 530 (18.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,421 (70.8%) | 585 (29.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 575 (97.3%) | 16 (2.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 516 (78.4%) | 142 (21.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 323 (93.9%) | 21 (6.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 482 (84.6%) | 88 (15.4%) |
| Total | 8,174 (81.7%) | 1,831 (18.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Roane County
Business (1,782 | 18.5%), education (1,781 | 18.5%), science & technology (1,182 | 12.3%), engineering (983 | 10.2%), and arts & humanities (661 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 9,621 individuals in Roane County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 460 | 4.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 476 | 5.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 460 | 4.8% |
| Psychology | 297 | 3.1% |
| Social Sciences | 319 | 3.3% |
| Engineering | 983 | 10.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 73 | 0.8% |
| Science & Technology | 1,182 | 12.3% |
| Business | 1,782 | 18.5% |
| Education | 1,781 | 18.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 120 | 1.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 352 | 3.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 473 | 4.9% |
| Communications | 202 | 2.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 661 | 6.9% |
| Total | 9,621 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Roane County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Roane County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Roane County are males with 2 vehicles (4,634, accounting for 37.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,882, making up 43.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 254 (2.1%) | 177 (1.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 845 (6.8%) | 1,445 (13.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,634 (37.5%) | 3,882 (36.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 3,691 (29.9%) | 3,303 (30.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,940 (15.7%) | 1,263 (11.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 996 (8.1%) | 675 (6.3%) |
| Total | 12,360 (100.0%) | 10,745 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Roane County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Roane County are 15 to 19 minutes (2,972 commuters, 14.0%), 30 to 34 minutes (2,900 commuters, 13.7%), and 45 to 59 minutes (2,733 commuters, 12.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 550 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,950 | 9.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,141 | 10.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,972 | 14.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,552 | 12.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,620 | 7.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,900 | 13.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 1,343 | 6.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 701 | 3.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,733 | 12.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,079 | 5.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 663 | 3.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Roane County
The most common commute times in Roane County are 45 to 59 minutes (1,513 commuters, 13.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,483 commuters, 15.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 276 (2.4%) | 274 (2.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,037 (9.0%) | 913 (9.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,137 (9.9%) | 1,004 (10.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,489 (13.0%) | 1,483 (15.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,155 (10.1%) | 1,397 (14.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,049 (9.2%) | 571 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,478 (12.9%) | 1,422 (14.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 696 (6.1%) | 647 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 412 (3.6%) | 289 (3.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,513 (13.2%) | 1,220 (12.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 708 (6.2%) | 371 (3.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 503 (4.4%) | 160 (1.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Roane County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Roane County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (1,352, 11.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (2,017, 20.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,337 (11.7%) | 544 (5.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 586 (5.1%) | 507 (5.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,196 (10.4%) | 241 (2.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,352 (11.8%) | 684 (7.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 996 (8.7%) | 684 (7.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,234 (10.8%) | 1,421 (14.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,064 (9.3%) | 2,017 (20.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,101 (9.6%) | 1,082 (11.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 361 (3.2%) | 521 (5.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 368 (3.2%) | 319 (3.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 15 (0.1%) | 137 (1.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 64 (0.6%) | 251 (2.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 924 (8.1%) | 470 (4.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 855 (7.5%) | 873 (8.9%) |
| Total | 11,453 (100.0%) | 9,751 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Roane County
Occupancy by Ownership in Roane County
Of the total 21,956 dwellings in Roane County, owner-occupied units account for 16,968 (77.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,988 (22.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 16,968 | 77.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 4,988 | 22.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 21,956 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Roane County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 6,054 | 27.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 8,568 | 39.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 3,437 | 15.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,897 | 17.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 21,956 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Roane County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3,722 (61.5%) | 2,332 (38.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 7,591 (88.6%) | 977 (11.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 2,712 (78.9%) | 725 (21.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,943 (75.5%) | 954 (24.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 16,968 (77.3%) | 4,988 (22.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Roane County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,275 (59.0%) | 887 (41.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 5,568 (73.1%) | 2,046 (26.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 5,184 (74.7%) | 1,760 (25.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,941 (94.4%) | 295 (5.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Roane County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,934 | 13.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,466 | 11.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,792 | 17.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,914 | 22.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,562 | 20.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 2,485 | 11.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 803 | 3.7% |
| Total | 21,956 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Roane County
Median Income by Occupancy in Roane County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 16,968 (77.3%) | $79,000 |
| Renter-Occupied | 4,988 (22.7%) | $34,708 |
| Average | 21,956 (100.0%) | $66,460 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Roane County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 313 (1.8%) | 293 (5.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 165 (1.0%) | 155 (3.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 562 (3.3%) | 657 (13.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 604 (3.6%) | 337 (6.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 879 (5.2%) | 453 (9.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 949 (5.6%) | 617 (12.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,811 (10.7%) | 1,090 (21.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,817 (16.6%) | 592 (11.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,637 (15.5%) | 379 (7.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,559 (21.0%) | 251 (5.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,672 (15.8%) | 164 (3.3%) |
| Total | 16,968 (100.0%) | 4,988 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Roane County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,616 (9.5%) | 430 (8.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 3,565 (21.0%) | 411 (8.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 3,097 (18.2%) | 1,602 (32.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,679 (9.9%) | 986 (19.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 3,433 (20.2%) | 800 (16.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,913 (11.3%) | 119 (2.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 766 (4.5%) | 130 (2.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 405 (2.4%) | 12 (0.2%) |
| $3,000 or more | 494 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,968 (100.0%) | 4,988 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Roane County
Housing Structures in Roane County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 16,475 | 75.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 512 | 2.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 345 | 1.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 615 | 2.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 371 | 1.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 802 | 3.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,836 | 12.9% |
| Total | 21,956 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Roane County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 14,327 (87.0%) | 2,148 (13.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 342 (66.8%) | 170 (33.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 345 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 26 (4.2%) | 589 (95.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 26 (7.0%) | 345 (93.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 802 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,247 (79.2%) | 589 (20.8%) |
| Total | 16,968 (77.3%) | 4,988 (22.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Roane County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 271 (5.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 125 (0.7%) | 986 (19.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 4,135 (24.4%) | 2,061 (41.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 7,087 (41.8%) | 1,223 (24.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 5,621 (33.1%) | 447 (9.0%) |
| Total | 16,968 (100.0%) | 4,988 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Roane County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 6,237 (36.8%) | 739 (14.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 760 (4.5%) | 84 (1.7%) |
| Electricity | 9,589 (56.5%) | 4,026 (80.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (0.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (0.2%) |
| All other Fuels | 382 (2.2%) | 82 (1.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (0.6%) |
| Total | 16,968 (100.0%) | 4,988 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Roane County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 374 (2.2%) | 804 (16.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,869 (16.9%) | 2,276 (45.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 6,552 (38.6%) | 1,283 (25.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 7,173 (42.3%) | 625 (12.5%) |
| Total | 16,968 (100.0%) | 4,988 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Roane County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Roane County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 8,268 | 8,700 |
| Median Property Value | $185,100 | $197,500 |
| Median Household Income | $57,877 | $1,616 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $444 | $454 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,170 | $315 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Roane County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,137 (13.8%) | 493 (5.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,000 (12.1%) | 597 (6.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 4,101 (49.6%) | 5,496 (63.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,231 (14.9%) | 1,434 (16.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 526 (6.4%) | 452 (5.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 182 (2.2%) | 151 (1.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 91 (1.1%) | 77 (0.9%) |
| Total | 8,268 (100.0%) | 8,700 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Roane County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 322 (3.9%) | 125 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,572 (19.0%) | 156 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 572 (6.9%) | 473 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,225 (14.8%) | 377 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,378 (16.7%) | 586 (6.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 982 (11.9%) | 1,439 (16.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,161 (14.0%) | 1,655 (19.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,056 (12.8%) | 2,398 (27.6%) |
| Total | 8,268 (100.0%) | 8,700 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Roane County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,642 (32.0%) | 97,174 (1,116.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,572 (19.0%) | 4,217 (48.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 891 (10.8%) | 1,781 (20.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 3,112 (37.6%) | 892 (10.2%) |
| Total | 8,268 (100.0%) | 8,700 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Roane County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,717 (32.9%) | 20 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,246 (27.2%) | 2,522 (29.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3,010 (36.4%) | 2,934 (33.7%) |
| Total | 8,268 (100.0%) | 8,700 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Roane County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Roane County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,674 (98.6%) | 38 (1.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,807 (98.9%) | 87 (1.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,995 (79.2%) | 787 (20.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 4,420 (86.6%) | 686 (13.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,791 (86.4%) | 754 (13.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6,554 (88.1%) | 889 (11.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 7,986 (92.4%) | 659 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7,165 (99.8%) | 17 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 4,881 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 49,273 (92.6%) | 3,917 (7.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Roane County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,674 (98.6%) | 38 (1.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,807 (98.9%) | 87 (1.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,995 (79.2%) | 787 (20.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Roane County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 6,611 (89.1%) | 807 (10.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 8,738 (86.0%) | 1,418 (14.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 7,756 (93.8%) | 514 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,954 (97.0%) | 244 (3.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 18,059 (95.2%) | 911 (4.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Roane County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,475 (54.4%) | 1,310 (48.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,956 (50.1%) | 4,556 (57.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 740 (19.6%) | 2,391 (63.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,487 (29.1%) | 3,303 (64.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,233 (22.2%) | 3,766 (67.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,126 (15.1%) | 5,662 (76.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,959 (22.7%) | 6,727 (77.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7,004 (97.5%) | 4,036 (56.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,881 (100.0%) | 3,050 (62.5%) |
| Total | 23,861 (44.9%) | 34,801 (65.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Roane County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 485 (12.4%) | 140 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 396 (8.2%) | 341 (7.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,898 (18.0%) | 1,877 (16.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,351 (38.3%) | 880 (24.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 973 (46.5%) | 1,576 (56.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Roane County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 59 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (0.5%) | 53 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 605 (5.7%) | 302 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 541 (15.3%) | 270 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 639 (30.5%) | 864 (31.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 84 (2.1%) | 49 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 49 (1.0%) | 44 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 307 (2.9%) | 247 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 200 (5.7%) | 59 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 151 (7.2%) | 383 (13.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 294 (7.5%) | 114 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 263 (5.5%) | 278 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 727 (6.9%) | 642 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 366 (10.4%) | 111 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 253 (12.1%) | 681 (24.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 48 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 141 (2.9%) | 95 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,164 (11.0%) | 1,292 (11.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 780 (22.1%) | 586 (16.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 502 (24.0%) | 1,172 (42.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 69 (1.8%) | 27 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 115 (2.4%) | 26 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 630 (6.0%) | 652 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 176 (5.0%) | 95 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 178 (8.5%) | 414 (14.8%) |
Technology Access in Roane County
Computing Device Access in Roane County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 15,472 | 70.5% |
| Smartphone | 18,747 | 85.4% |
| Tablet | 13,675 | 62.3% |
| No Computing Device | 1,805 | 8.2% |
| Total | 21,956 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Roane County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 8 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 14,111 | 64.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,758 | 12.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,994 | 9.1% |
| No Internet | 3,303 | 15.0% |
| Total | 21,956 | 100.0% |
Roane County Summary
Roane County is located in the eastern part of Tennessee, and is part of the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Anderson, Loudon, Morgan, Cumberland, and Rhea counties. Roane County is home to the cities of Kingston, Rockwood, Harriman, and Oliver Springs. The county seat is Kingston.
History
Roane County was established in 1801 and named for Archibald Roane, the second governor of Tennessee. The county was originally part of the Cherokee Nation, and the area was home to several Native American tribes. The first settlers arrived in the area in the late 1700s, and the county was officially established in 1801.
During the Civil War, Roane County was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Kingston in 1863. The county was also home to several Confederate prisons, including the infamous Andersonville Prison.
Geography
Roane County is located in the eastern part of Tennessee, and is part of the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Anderson, Loudon, Morgan, Cumberland, and Rhea counties. The county covers an area of 545 square miles, and is home to the cities of Kingston, Rockwood, Harriman, and Oliver Springs. The county seat is Kingston.
The terrain of Roane County is mostly hilly, with some flat areas in the valleys. The county is home to several rivers, including the Clinch, Emory, and Tennessee Rivers. The county is also home to several lakes, including Watts Bar Lake, Melton Hill Lake, and Fort Loudoun Lake.
Economy
The economy of Roane County is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture. The county is home to several manufacturing plants, including the Roane County Industrial Park, which is home to several automotive and aerospace companies. The county is also home to several agricultural operations, including dairy farms, poultry farms, and beef cattle farms.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Roane County Museum, the Roane County Historical Society, and the Roane County Fairgrounds.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Roane County was 54,181. The population is mostly white (90.2%), with small percentages of African American (6.2%), Hispanic (1.7%), and Asian (0.7%) residents. The median household income is $45,845, and the median age is 40.
Roane County is home to several colleges and universities, including Roane State Community College, Tennessee Technological University, and the University of Tennessee. The county is also home to several public schools, including Kingston Elementary School, Harriman High School, and Rockwood Middle School.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Roane County?
Total Population of Roane County is 53,777.
What is the Total Male Population of Roane County?
Total Male Population of Roane County is 26,388.
What is the Total Female Population of Roane County?
Total Female Population of Roane County is 27,389.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Roane County?
There are 96.35 Males per 100 Females in Roane County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Roane County?
There are 103.79 Females per 100 Males in Roane County.
What is the Median Population Age in Roane County?
Median Population Age in Roane County is 47.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Roane County
Average Family Size in Roane County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Roane County
Average Household Size in Roane County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Roane County?
Per Capita income in Roane County is $36,579.
What is the Median Family Income in Roane County?
Median Family Income in Roane County is $81,641.
What is the Median Household income in Roane County?
Median Household Income in Roane County is $66,460.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Roane County?
Income or Wage Gap in Roane County is 35.7%.
Women in Roane County earn 64.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Roane County?
Family Income Deficit in Roane County is $12,092.
Families that are below poverty line in Roane County earn $12,092 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Roane County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Roane County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Roane County?
There are 24,945 People in the Labor Forcein in Roane County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Roane County?
55.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Roane County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Roane County?
Unemployment Rate in Roane County is 4.9%.