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Erwin, TN

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Population
6,019
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,669 ft
Median Home Value
$180,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$614/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$47,487
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TennesseePopulation rankingHighest population places in TennesseeNearest larger communityJohnson City, Tennessee14 miles away · 74,943 residents.

About Erwin

Erwin is a mountain town and the county seat of Unicoi County, Tennessee, situated along the Nolichucky River within the Tri-Cities region. set at the base of Buffalo Mountain near the Appalachian Trail and historic as a major railway yard hub, the community of approximately 5,988 is served by the Unicoi County School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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