Blount County Public RecordsTennessee

Blount County, TN, has a 2023 population of approximately 144,000. The median age is about 43 years, with 20% under 18 and 20% aged 65 or older. Females make up 51% of the population. Racially, the county is 91% White, 2.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian, and 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. Other races and multiracial individuals comprise the remainder.

Blount County, TN, reported a crime rate of 19.6 per 1,000 residents in 2023, lower than the state average. Violent crime accounted for 2.8 per 1,000, while property crime was at 16.8 per 1,000 residents. According to the Blount County Sheriff's Office, 1,932 crimes were reported in 2023, a slight decrease from previous years. Efforts toward community policing and neighborhood watch programs have contributed to a 7% reduction in overall crime since 2021, enhancing the county’s safety and public confidence in law enforcement reporting systems.

Blount County, TN, had 95,230 registered voters as of November 2022. Elections include federal, state, county, and municipal offices, with voter turnout around 58% in the 2020 presidential election. The county’s 22 polling locations are overseen by the Blount County Election Commission. Administratively, the Commission is bipartisan but the area trends Republican, as seen in 2020 when GOP candidates received over 65% of votes. Key issues include education, economic growth, and infrastructure. Voters can register online, by mail, or in person, with deadlines typically 30 days before elections.

Blount County, TN has 31 public schools, including 4 high schools. The high school graduation rate is approximately 93%. About 26% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools in the county have an average GreatSchools rating of 6/10, reflecting strong academic performance. Adult education is supported by Pellissippi State Community College’s Blount campus. School safety measures include dedicated resource officers in all high schools. Educational programs feature advanced placement (AP) classes, vocational training, and special education services, providing diverse learning opportunities for students.

As of 2023, Blount County, TN, boasts an employment rate of 96.2%. Major industries include manufacturing (22.5%), healthcare and social assistance (16.1%), retail trade (11.3%), and educational services (9.8%). The leading occupation types are production (17%), office and administrative support (14%), and sales (11%). About 40% of residents commute to adjacent Knox County for work, with an average commute time of 23.7 minutes. Maryville and Alcoa serve as primary employment hubs within the county.

Blount County, TN, has a homeownership rate of about 75%, with median home values around $315,000 in 2024—a rise of roughly 5% year-over-year. Median gross rent is approximately $1,200 monthly. Housing types range from single-family homes and historic properties in Maryville to newer developments and rural estates. Popular neighborhoods include Royal Oaks and Highlands. Property taxes are relatively low, with an average effective rate near 0.54%, and annual taxes on a median-priced home totaling around $1,700. The market remains competitive, especially near schools and outdoor amenities.