Sequatchie County Public RecordsTennessee

Sequatchie County, TN has a public school district serving around 2,200 students across three schools: one elementary, one middle, and Sequatchie County High School. The high school graduation rate is approximately 92%. About 10.8% of adults aged 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below the state average. School safety measures include security officers and controlled access. Academic performance scores average 3/5 on state assessments. Educational programs feature dual enrollment, career-technical courses, and special education services to support varied student needs. Adult education options include GED preparation and workforce training programs locally.

As of 2022, Sequatchie County, TN had an employment rate of about 51.3%. Major industries include Health Care & Social Assistance (16.2%), Retail Trade (13.1%), and Manufacturing (12.8%). Most workers are employed in office & administrative support (13.7%) and production jobs (11.9%). The average commute time is 34.6 minutes, with about 60% of residents commuting to jobs outside the county, primarily to Hamilton County (Chattanooga area). Only about 13.6% of residents both live and work in Sequatchie County.

Sequatchie County, TN, features a homeownership rate of approximately 77%, with median home values around $230,000 in 2024 and median gross rents near $870. The housing market has seen ~7% annual appreciation recently. Predominant housing types include single-family homes, with some mobile homes and limited apartments. Key neighborhoods are Dunlap (the county seat) and Chapel Hill. Property taxes are relatively low, averaging $700–$800 annually for a median-priced home. The area is valued for affordability and a rural, small-town feel while offering access to Chattanooga’s metro amenities.

Sequatchie County, TN had 8,034 registered voters as of 2022. The county holds general, primary, and municipal elections, with recent presidential results showing 82% for Republican candidates in 2020. Polling locations include the Sequatchie County Election Commission and local schools. Key issues include economic development and infrastructure. The Election Commission, led by Administrator Dwana Nelson, manages elections. Republicans dominate, with less than 20% Democratic turnout in recent cycles. Voters can register online or at local government offices. Early and absentee voting options are available to improve access.

As of the 2020 Census, Sequatchie County, TN, had a population of 15,826. The median age was approximately 43.6 years, with about 50.3% female and 49.7% male residents. The county is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.2% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 2.2% identifying as two or more races, and 2.3% Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Sequatchie County, TN, maintains a crime rate lower than the national average, with recent FBI data showing a violent crime rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 10.2 per 1,000 residents. The county reported fewer than 20 violent crimes and around 120 property crimes in the past year. Most incidents involve theft and burglary. Local law enforcement actively encourages community crime reporting and transparency, contributing to the area’s overall safety.