Hawkins County Public RecordsTennessee

Hawkins County, TN has approximately 34,000 registered voters as of 2024. Elections held include federal, state, and local (county commission, school board, municipal) races. In the 2020 presidential election, Republican candidates received 80% of the county vote. Key issues include education funding and rural infrastructure. Polling locations number around 13, overseen by the Hawkins County Election Commission. The county is predominantly Republican, with Democrats making up about 15% of registrations. Voter turnout averages 60% in general elections.

Hawkins County, TN has 18 public schools, including 2 high schools, serving roughly 6,200 students. Around 80% of adults hold at least a high school diploma, while approximately 13.5% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average student-teacher ratio is 14:1. School safety ratings are average, with moderate engagement in anti-bullying and safety programs. The district offers career and technical education, dual enrollment, and adult education programs. In 2023, the district scored 51 out of 100 on the state’s academic performance index, reflecting opportunities for academic improvement.

As of 2023, Hawkins County, TN, has an employment rate of about 54%, with around 21,800 residents in the labor force. The largest industries are manufacturing (21%), health care and social assistance (17%), retail trade (12%), and education (10%). Common occupation types include production (18%), office/administrative (14%), and sales (10%). Approximately 77% of workers commute to jobs outside the county, mainly to Kingsport and Morristown, with an average commute time of 28 minutes. Unemployment hovers near 4%.

Hawkins County, TN, has a homeownership rate of about 76%, with median home values around $160,000 and median gross rents near $695 (2022). The market has seen moderate price growth, with values rising 5-7% annually in recent years. Housing types include single-family homes, some mobile homes, and limited multifamily options. Popular neighborhoods include Rogersville and Church Hill. Property taxes are low, averaging $530 annually per $100,000 of assessed value. Rentals are limited, with vacancy rates below 7%, reflecting a strong preference for ownership in the area.

As of 2023, Hawkins County, TN has an estimated population of about 56,500. The median age is 45, with 21% under 18 and 21% over 65. Females make up 50.6% of the population, while males are 49.4%. Racially, the county is 94% White, 2.4% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino, 0.5% Asian, and 2.1% two or more races. The area remains predominantly rural and demographically stable.

Hawkins County, TN, has a crime rate lower than the national average, with a 2023 violent crime rate of approximately 2.4 per 1,000 residents and property crime at 13.6 per 1,000, according to FBI data. Most reported offenses are theft and burglary. The Hawkins County Sheriff's Office emphasizes community policing and transparent reporting, contributing to a sense of safety. Overall, the county’s crime numbers have seen a slight decrease in recent years, and 2023 saw arrests drop by nearly 5% compared to 2022.