Tellico Plains, TN is a small town located in Monroe County with a population of 8,430 people. It is an idyllic rural area surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges to the north and east, and the Tellico River running through the center of town. The population density is 34 people per square mile, much lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile.
In terms of local businesses, Tellico Plains has a variety from retail stores such as Dean’s Variety Store and Pharmacy to eateries like Sweetwater Valley Diner and drive-in movie theatre. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are plenty of year-round activities including hiking trails at Cherohala Skyway or canoeing down the river. Other organizations include Tellico Plains Lions Club which provide assistance to those in need in the community or volunteering for Habitat for Humanity building projects. Lastly, local sporting events hosted by Tellico Plains High School are popular among many residents in town as well as visitors from nearby locations.
The population in Tellico Plains (zip 37385) is 8,430. There are 34 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Tellico Plains (zip 37385) is 43.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Tellico Plains (zip 37385) is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Tellico Plains (zip 37385)
- 54.5% are married
- 7.9% are divorced
- 30.0% are married with children
- 10.6% have children, but are single
Race in Tellico Plains (zip 37385)
- 92.9% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 3.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.2% Two or more races
- 0.2% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander