Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
21%
Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge, TN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,357
Population
34,277
Renter Mix
38% Rent
Uncover the Secret City’s rich history
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Established in 1942 by the United States Government, Oak Ridge was formed to be the site of the Manhattan Project—the secret World War II program that developed the atomic bomb—and the home base for the tens of thousands who worked on the project, along with their families. Oak Ridge, sometimes referred to as “The Secret City” and “The Atomic City,” became an independent city in 1959. Oak Ridge honors its past with the Manhattan Project National Historical Park, the American Museum of Science and Energy, and the annual Secret City Festival held each June.
Located in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Oak Ridge offers residents plenty of options for outdoor recreation. The 173-mile-long Melton Hill Lake is a popular destination for rowing, boating, and fishing. Oak Ridge’s 12 scenic greenways and 16 beautiful parks offer ample space for a broad range of land-based activities. Quick access to I-40, I-75, and the Oak Ridge Turnpike connects the city to nearby Knoxville and beyond.
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The new developments in Oak Ridge come with many amenities.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$66,878
Average: $88,184
Education
10,631
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
15,845
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Oak Ridge has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
27%
Other Education
73%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Oak Ridge, TN is $991 for a studio, $1,357 for one bedroom, $1,360 for two bedrooms, and $2,031 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oak Ridge has increased by 5.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,357/month
649 Sq Ft
House
$1,728/month
1,285 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Oak Ridge, TN is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
Public
Grades K-8
721 Students
Public
Grades K-5
419 Students
Public
Grades K-5
367 Students
Public
Grades K-8
702 Students
Public
Grades K-8
721 Students
Public
Grades K-8
702 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,587 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Secret City Scenic Excursion Train
- University of Tennessee Arboretum
- American Museum of Science and Energy
- Children's Museum of Oak Ridge
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.