East Ridge, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Ridge, Tennessee had a total population of 22,070, the 31st largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $62,247, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
East Ridge Quick Facts
How East Ridge Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 21,168 | 22,070 | +4.3% |
| Median household income | $58,093 | $62,247 | No clear change (+7.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $160,484 | $211,100 | +31.5% |
| Median gross rent | $1,044 | $1,147 | +9.9% |
How East Ridge Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 66.0%
- Black: 11.1%
- Hispanic: 16.5%
- Asian: 1.5%
- Other: 1.2%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 13.8%
- HS Diploma: 28.3%
- Some College: 25.5%
- Associate's: 8.2%
- Bachelor's: 15.8%
- Graduate+: 8.5%
East Ridge Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Hamilton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | 185,783 | $64,523 | 19.1% | $283,200 |
| Soddy-Daisy | 13,231 | $75,113 | 7.3% | $256,600 |
| Middle Valley | 12,187 | $95,000 | 5.1% | $319,400 |
| Red Bank | 12,010 | $63,983 | 12.0% | $269,400 |
| Collegedale | 11,330 | $70,246 | 7.3% | $365,100 |
| Signal Mountain | 8,860 | $141,008 | 3.3% | $544,300 |
| Harrison | 8,011 | $89,395 | 3.9% | $307,400 |
| Apison | 4,271 | $129,307 | 12.4% | $459,000 |
| Sale Creek | 2,955 | $53,932 | 5.0% | $299,700 |
| Falling Water | 2,315 | $111,842 | 7.3% | $420,600 |
Cities Similar to East Ridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tullahoma | 21,103 | $60,979 | $251,900 | 26.7% | 18.0% |
| Springfield | 19,255 | $59,465 | $253,600 | 16.6% | 22.4% |
| Shelbyville | 24,661 | $55,073 | $244,000 | 13.1% | 20.7% |
| Bristol | 27,636 | $58,162 | $194,500 | 30.6% | 13.6% |
| Sevierville | 18,397 | $52,421 | $289,600 | 24.6% | 15.4% |
Population Overview
East Ridge is a small city located in Tennessee, within Hamilton County. The total population is 22,070. It ranks as the 31st most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in East Ridge is 37.6 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in East Ridge is $62,247. This is 11% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $211,100. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 57.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in East Ridge is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (16.5% vs 7.4%).
Education
24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 31.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for East Ridge, Tennessee is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Tennessee state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of East Ridge, Tennessee?
East Ridge, Tennessee has a population of 22,070 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in East Ridge, TN?
The median household income in East Ridge is $62,247, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in East Ridge, TN?
The poverty rate in East Ridge is 13.1%. This means approximately 2,857 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of East Ridge, Tennessee?
East Ridge's population is 66.0% White, 11.1% Black, 16.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in East Ridge, TN?
The median home value in East Ridge is $211,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is East Ridge, Tennessee?
24.2% of adults (25+) in East Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.