Living in Jefferson County, Tennessee

Jefferson County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 53,240, part of the Morristown, TN MSA metro area. The main communities are Jefferson City, Dandridge, New Market.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,352/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $301K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 50°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Jefferson County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.