Anderson County

Sequoyah Marina on Norris Lake
Sequoyah Marina on Norris Lake
Museum of Appalachia
Museum of Appalachia
Anvil Shoot at the Museum of Appalachia
Anvil Shoot at the Museum of Appalachia
76,978
County Population
30,132
Oak Ridge Population
$185,708
Median Home Value
$1,208
Median Property Tax

Explore Anderson County

Featured Cities

Clinton, Norris, Oak Ridge, Oliver Springs & Rocky Top

Adventure Anderson County

115 Welcome Lane
Clinton, TN 37716
United States

Contact Phone Number

865-457-4547

Anderson County is the place to call home whether you want to explore the outdoors, discover American heritage or just relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery. From the scenic rural countryside to picturesque mountain settings, eclectic cosmopolitan cities to small “Mayberry-like” living, Anderson County’s charm is appealing to anyone who visits and is enticed to stay. 

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Discover Anderson County

Discover Anderson County

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Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge

Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge

Health Care

Methodist Medical Center

  • 175 physicians and 301 beds, 30 medical & surgical specialties
  • 16 award-winning regional medical centers within 20 miles
  • Healthcare costs 8% below the national average 

  • 22 Miles to VA Clinic (Knoxville)

Fly Fishing on the Clinch River

Fly Fishing on the Clinch River

Top Attractions

  • Norris Lake
  • Clinch River
  • Windrock Park
  • Melton Hill Lake
  • Museum of Appalachia
Reenactment at the Museum of Appalachia in Clinton

Reenactment at the Museum of Appalachia in Clinton

Festivals

  • Clinch River Spring Antique Fair  
  • Secret City Festival 
  • Days of the Pioneer Antique Show
Antique District in Clinton

Antique District in Clinton

Lifestyle

Stroll down Market Street in Historic Downtown Clinton and visit the largest antique district in Tennessee. Visit the Museum of Appalachia and their great collection of Made in the U.S. products. 

“Large town shopping nearby, Norris Lake, the Clinch River and lots of history, museums and festivals are a few reasons we are very happy we have retired here in Anderson County, Tennessee!”

Chuck & Judy, Ohio

Examples of Living in Anderson County

With an average population of 75,129, Anderson County offers an attractive cost of living that is below the national average, at less than 10%. The county boasts livability at its best—lake, mountain, farmland or other picturesque settings, all with city conveniences.