Regional Profile

Discover the Tri-Cities: A Thriving Community with Rich Heritage

Northeast Tennessee is home to thriving communities that offer a strong workforce, strategic location, and a high quality of life. Our City Profiles provide in-depth demographic, workforce, and economic data for Kingsport, Bristol, and Bluff City—each with its own unique advantages for businesses and residents alike. Whether you're seeking key insights on population trends, employment sectors, education, or infrastructure, these profiles offer a comprehensive look at what makes each city a prime location for growth and opportunity. Explore the data and discover why businesses and families choose to invest, work, and live in this dynamic region.

Population

Total Population

528,223

Median Age

45

Diversity Index

24.100

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26

Housing & Income

Households

225,440

Total Housing Units

253,488


Owner Occupied

161,953

Renter Occupied

63,487

Vacant

28,048

Median Home Value

$237,463


Average Home Value

$284,130

Income Projection

Median Household

$57,495 $68,218


Average Household

$82,093 $96,961


Per Capita

$35,116 $41,724

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26

Workforce

Total Businesses

16,221

Total Employed

242,481

2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

1,678

Employed

45,873

2024 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

2,570

Employed

32,092

2024 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

561

Employed

29,668

2024 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

1,276

Employed

20,799

2024 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

411

Employed

20,357

2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

1,099

Employed

18,847

Some
High School

23,065

Graduated
High School

109,116

Associates
Degree

36,642

Bachelor's
Degree

66,682

Graduate
Degree

38,346

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26