Living in Rhea County, Tennessee

Rhea County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 32,526. The main communities are Dayton, Spring City, Graysville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $647/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $233K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 50°F) and hot summers (highs around 82°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Rhea County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.