Living in Roane County, Tennessee

Roane County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 52,753. The main communities are Kingston, Rockwood.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,403/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $271K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 51°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

Roane County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 46 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.