Pickett County Public RecordsTennessee

Pickett County, TN, has one high school (Pickett County High School) and one elementary school, serving about 600 students total. The high school graduation rate is approximately 93%, while only around 11% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety scores are above the state average, with few reported incidents annually. Educational programs include CTE pathways and dual enrollment options. The student-teacher ratio averages 15:1, supporting individualized instruction. Adult education opportunities are available through regional partnerships.

As of 2022, Pickett County, TN, had an employment rate of 49.4%. The leading industries are Educational Services, Health Care & Social Assistance (22.2%), Retail Trade (16.3%), and Construction (11.6%). The most common occupation types are Management, Business, Science & Arts (25.9%) and Sales & Office (22.7%). About 66.1% of workers commute outside the county, with an average commute time of 28.7 minutes. Main employment destinations include Overton and Putnam counties.

Pickett County, TN, has a homeownership rate of about 76%, with median home values around $160,000 in 2023, reflecting steady growth. Median rent is approximately $630/month. Housing mainly consists of single-family homes, with some lakefront properties near Dale Hollow Lake. The area features rural neighborhoods and small towns like Byrdstown. Property taxes are low, with an average effective property tax rate of about 0.47%, making annual taxes on a median-priced home roughly $750. Demand is moderate, driven by retirees and vacationers, and new construction remains limited, keeping housing supply relatively tight.

As of 2023, Pickett County, TN, has an estimated population of about 5,050. The median age is approximately 49.2 years, reflecting an older demographic. Females make up 50.3%, and males account for 49.7% of the population. The racial and ethnic composition is predominantly White (97.9%), with very small percentages of Black or African American (0.2%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%), and other races. The county remains one of the least populous in Tennessee, with a largely homogeneous population and limited diversity.

Pickett County, TN, had 3,587 registered voters as of 2022. Elections include federal, state, and local, with recent presidential turnout at 68%. In 2020, 84% voted Republican, 15% Democrat. Polling places include the Pickett County Courthouse and local schools. Key issues are economic development and healthcare access. County Election Commission administers elections, ensuring compliance and fair access. Republicans dominate local offices. Voters can register online, by mail, or in person, and early voting is available at the Courthouse.

Pickett County, TN, maintains one of the lowest crime rates in the state, with a violent crime rate of approximately 1.8 per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents in 2023, both well below state and national averages. The Pickett County Sheriff's Office actively monitors crime and encourages reporting, contributing to a strong sense of safety. Annual crime statistics show consistently low incidents, with under 30 reported crimes in 2023. Residents report high satisfaction with local law enforcement efforts in ensuring community safety.