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Dayton, TN

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Population
7,819
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
699 ft
Median Home Value
$214,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$848/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,719
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Dayton in context.

OverallBest places in TennesseePopulation rankingHighest population places in TennesseeNearest larger communityCleveland, Tennessee23 miles away · 51,172 residents.

About Dayton

Dayton is a city and the county seat of Rhea County, Tennessee, situated along Chickamauga Lake. Famously hosting the historic 1925 Scopes Trial concerning the teaching of evolution, the community of approximately 7,625 is home to Bryan College and several major bass fishing tournaments. Public education for local students is served by Rhea County Schools.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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