Jefferson City, Tennessee
Quick Statistics
Jefferson City is a community in Jefferson County, Tennessee, home to about 8,579 people spread across 7.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $25,544 a year, and a typical home is worth about $213,200. About 31.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 89.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 7 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Tennessee towns GeoStat tracks, Jefferson City ranks number 75 of 502 in population, number 203 in median household income, number 203 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Jefferson City typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 25°F. The area sees roughly 3 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | New Market, TN | 4.5 mi. | 1,619 |
| 2. | Dandridge, TN | 6.9 mi. | 3,538 |
| 3. | Rutledge, TN | 11.0 mi. | 1,676 |
| 4. | White Pine, TN | 11.1 mi. | 2,565 |
| 5. | Morristown, TN | 11.7 mi. | 31,527 |
| 6. | Blaine, TN | 12.0 mi. | 3,213 |
| 7. | Baneberry, TN | 12.6 mi. | 700 |
| 8. | Fairgarden, TN | 15.9 mi. | 262 |
What is the population of Jefferson City, Tennessee?
Jefferson City has a population of about 8,579 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Jefferson City, Tennessee in?
Jefferson City is located in Jefferson County, Tennessee.
What is the median home value in Jefferson City, Tennessee?
The median home value in Jefferson City is about $213,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Jefferson City, Tennessee?
The median personal income in Jefferson City is about $25,544 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Jefferson City, Tennessee?
Since 1950, 10 tornadoes have been recorded in Jefferson County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Jefferson City, Tennessee?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 25 degrees, with around 3 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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