East Ridge

Just shy of the Georgia state line, East Ridge is nicknamed the Gateway to Tennessee as millions of travelers annually pass through this growing Chattanooga community.

Welcome to East ridge

Just shy of the Georgia state line, East Ridge is nicknamed the Gateway to Tennessee as millions of travelers annually pass through this growing Chattanooga community.
 

The Neighborhood

East Ridge is a neighborhood on the rise with businesses and families flocking to the area for its convenience and affordability.
 

The Lifestyle

Home to the state’s first professional soccer stadium and the Chattanooga Red Wolves, East Ridge is experiencing a wave of excitement, new development, and business opportunities. And sports enthusiasts will love Camp Jordan, a public park, featuring 13 baseball/softball fields, 14 soccer fields, two beach volleyball courts, a stocked fishing pond, a ropes course and zipline, an 18-hole disc golf course, two kayak launches, a two-mile paved walking track, and much more!
 

You’ll Fall in Love With

Convenient access to downtown as well as the Chattanooga Airport and the Hamilton Place shopping area.
 

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Keywords

Affordable, low-key, established, historic, charming, outdoor recreation


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Overview for East Ridge, TN

21,967 people live in East Ridge, where the median age is 41.2 and the average individual income is $29,051. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,967

Total Population

41.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$29,051

Average individual Income

Around East Ridge, TN

There's plenty to do around East Ridge, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

32
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
41
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Allgood’s Used Books and Coffee, World Tour Market, and Apple Spice - Chattanooga, TN.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.83 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.83 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.75 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.39 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.86 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.6 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for East Ridge, TN

East Ridge has 9,799 households, with an average household size of 2.22. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in East Ridge do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,967 people call East Ridge home. The population density is 2,652.4 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,967

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.2

Median Age

47.94 / 52.06%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9: 11.93%

0-9 Years

10-17: 7.12%

10-17 Years

18-24: 6.66%

18-24 Years

25-64: 55.52%

25-64 Years

65-74: 11.17%

65-74 Years

75+: 7.6%

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade 2329 (19%)
  • High School Degree 4703 (39%)
  • Associate Degree 1517 (13%)
  • Bachelor Degree 2346 (20%)
  • Graduate Degree 1104 (9%)
9,799

Total Households

2.22

Average Household Size

$29,051

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 2,138 (22%)

Without Children: 7,661 (78%)

Marital Status

Married 35%
Single 27%
Divorced 13%
Separated 3%

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 14%

White Collar: 86%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes 14%
15 to 29 Minutes 27%
30 to 59 Minutes 6%
60+ Minutes 0%

Schools in East Ridge, TN

Primary Schools (2)
Middle Schools (1)
High Schools (1)
Mixed Schools (2)
The following schools are within or nearby East Ridge. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
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