Living in Hamilton County, Tennessee

Hamilton County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 354,098, part of the Chattanooga, TN-GA MSA metro area. The main communities are Chattanooga, East Ridge, Soddy-Daisy.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,408/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $323K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 52°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Hamilton County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.