Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 19% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
22%
Collegedale
Collegedale, TN Area Guide
A family-friendly neighborhood bolstered by college town energy
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Situated just 19 miles east of Chattanooga, Collegedale is a Tennessee suburb that’s quickly growing into an identity all its own. Home to Southern Adventist University, Collegedale has an even mix of families, professionals, and students who have helped bring in new businesses and a new chapter for the community. Outside of the university, there’s plenty of green space and charming rentals to see. In the northern section of the neighborhood you’ll find popular coffee bars, tea rooms, and burger joints, all perfect for hungry families and college students.
There’s an emphasis on the outdoors in Collegedale. The whole area is surrounding by forest, and there are six parks for residents to enjoy, including Collegedale Dog Park. Those in search of more nightlife or the attractions of the city only have to drive 30 minutes via I-75 to end up in nearby Chattanooga.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,046
Average: $95,378
Education
2,987
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,582
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Collegedale has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
34%
Non-Renters
66%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Red Clay State Park
- Tennessee Valley Railroad
- Booker T. Washington State Park
- Elise Chapin Sanctuary at Audubon Acres
- Harrison Bay State Park
Airports
- Lovell Field
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.