Bluff City, TN

See Bluff City: A Gem in the Foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains

Nestled along the banks of the South Fork Holston River, Bluff City offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere while providing easy access to the economic opportunities of Northeast Tennessee. With its scenic beauty, strong sense of community, and proximity to major transportation routes, Bluff City is an ideal location for businesses, families, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The city is just minutes from larger economic hubs like Bristol and Kingsport, offering residents the best of both worlds—quiet, comfortable living with access to regional job markets and amenities. Home to Boone Lake and a gateway to the Appalachian Highlands, Bluff City is a haven for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation. With a growing workforce and a welcoming business climate, Bluff City is a great place to live, work, and explore.

Population

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Population

Population2000201020252030
Bluff City, TN1,5561,7151,8431,840

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

Population by Age

Population2025
0-491
5-997
10-14102
15-19103
20-2481
25-29132
30-34151
35-39115
40-44128
45-4994
50-54140
55-59107
60-64120
65-69132
70-74102
75-7979
80-8442
85+27
18+1,492
Median Age42

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

Population by Race

Bluff City, TN2025
Total1,843.00
White Alone90.78%
Black Alone1.68%
American Indian Alone0.11%
Asian Alone0.87%
Pacific Islander Alone0%
Some Other Race0.76%
Two or More Races5.81%
Hispanic Origin1.63%
Diversity Index19.90

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

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Housing

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Households

Population2000201020252030
Households660722813818
Housing Units725818892895
Owner Occupied Units616636
Renter Occupied Units197182
Vacant Units7977

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

Home Value

Bluff City, TN20252030
Median Home Value$247,917$273,988
Average Home Value$281,968$343,833
<$50,0006057
$50,000 - $99,9997545
$100,000 - $149,9996441
$150,000 - $199,9996341
$200,000 - $249,9994851
$250,000 - $299,999148173
$300,000 - $399,9996791
$400,000 - $499,9992130
$500,000 - $749,9994053
$1,000,000 +1323

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

Housing Year Built

Year RangeHouses Built
2010 or Later155
2000-2009159
1990-1999148
1980-1989163
1970-197960
1960-196935
1950-195993
1940-194954
1939 or Before123

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

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Income

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Income

Bluff City, TN20252030
Median Household$59,242$72,105
Average Household$80,175$90,447
Per Capita$35,368$40,210

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

Household Income

Bluff City, TN2025
<$15,00055
$15,000 - $24,99951
$25,000 - $34,99992
$35,000 - $49,999111
$50,000 - $74,999188
$75,000 - $99,99974
$100,000 - $149,999178
$150,000 - $199,99927
$200,000+37

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

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Employees

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Employees by NAICS

CategoryNumber
Total Employees711
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt5
Mining0
Utilities0
Construction146
Manufacturing9
Wholesale Trade18
  
Retail Trade52
  
Transportation/Warehouse18
Information22
  
Finance & Insurance16
  
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing0
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv9
Legal Services1
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises0
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt0
Educational Services72
HealthCare/Social Assist45
Arts/Entertainment/Rec21
  
Accommodation/Food Srvcs101
  
Other Srv excl Pub Admin50
Auto Repair/Maintenance5
Public Administration Emp127

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

Educational Attainment (25+)

Bluff City, TN2025
<9th Grade82
Some High School120
GED89
Graduated High School322
Some College/No Degree315
Associates Degree190
Bachelor's Degree165
Graduate Degree86

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

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Businesses

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Businesses by NAICS

CategoryNumber
Total Businesses89
Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus1
Mining Bus0
Utilities Bus0
Construction Bus8
Manufacturing Bus2
Wholesale Trade Bus4
  
Retail Trade Bus14
  
Transportation/Warehouse Bus2
Information Bus4
  
Finance & Insurance Bus3
  
Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus0
Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus5
Legal Services Bus1
Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus0
Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus0
Educational Services Bus1
HealthCare/Social Assist Bus7
Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus2
  
Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus8
  
Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus20
Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus1
Public Administration Bus7

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-29

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