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Comprehensive Data Report

Oak Ridge, TN

ZIP Code 37831

Anderson County

Population
27,831
Median Income
$62,831
Home Value
$324,333
Livability
84/100
Total Population
27,831
Median Household Income
$62,831
Median Home Value
$324,333
Median Rent
$1,745

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 84/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
27,831 residents
Median Age
44.6 years
Safety Score
84/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
84
Excellent
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
85/100
Cost of Living
80/100
Safety
89/100
Education
87/100
Employment
83/100
Housing
86/100
Weather
91/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Oak Ridge, TN 37831

Coordinates: 36.1060°, -84.1958°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
127
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
138
Above avg
Transportation
116
Above avg
Healthcare
119
Above avg
Groceries
111
Above avg
Utilities
113
Above avg
Overall
127
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
18,313
Employment Rate
95.4%
Avg. Commute
35 min
Work From Home
22%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
19.5%
Professional Services
13.1%
Retail Trade
13%
Education
10.2%
Manufacturing
9.9%
Total Employed
17,478
Total Unemployed
1,991
Unemployment Rate
10.9%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
44.6 years
Per Capita Income
$37,698
Poverty Rate
15.8%