Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
5-14 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
15%
Lenoir City
Lenoir City, TN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,448
Population
12,406
Renter Mix
39% Rent
Lenoir City is a venerable small town on the shores of the Tennessee River
Community
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River
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Historic
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Park-Like
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Close-Knit
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Lenoir City sits just 25 miles southwest of Knoxville, and has a character all its own. Set along the shores of the Tennessee River, Lenoir City holds historic homes and a rich history for residents to experience. Settled in 1810 and incorporated nearly 100 years later, the city had a tumultuous past thanks to disagreements as to who settled it first. Today, it’s seen new developments and a large influx of residents, though it still remains quite small with a population hovering around 9,000.
Lenoir City’s mild climate makes it an ideal locale for those looking to settle outside a city, or somewhere with a rural feel that isn’t completely devoid of attractions. There are the requisite big-box stores and chains on the east side, but if you’re looking for local fare, Lee Highway houses a number of restaurants and cafes not far from the water.
Creekwood Park, one of Lenoir City’s newest developments, offers upscale apartment living with numerous amenities, but renters off all types will appreciate the area’s tight-knit community and picturesque setting.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$50,197
Average: $63,067
Education
2,076
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,632
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lenoir City has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Lenoir City, TN is $1,417 for a studio, $1,446 for one bedroom, $1,632 for two bedrooms, and $1,939 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lenoir City has decreased by -2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,446/month
743 Sq Ft
House
$2,218/month
1,856 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lenoir City, TN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
672 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
395 Students
Public
Grades K-8
780 Students
Public
Grades K-8
677 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
583 Students
Public
Grades K-8
780 Students
Public
Grades K-8
677 Students
The iLearn Institute at Lenoir City Schools
Public
Grades K-12
85 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,223 Students
The iLearn Institute at Lenoir City Schools
Public
Grades K-12
85 Students
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Secret City Scenic Excursion Train
Airports
- McGhee Tyson
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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.