Living in Unicoi County, Tennessee

Unicoi County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 17,860, part of the Johnson City, TN MSA metro area. The main communities are Unicoi.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $630/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $216K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 45°F) and warm summers (highs around 75°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Unicoi County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 47 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.