County profile · Tennessee
Bradley County, TN market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Bradley County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 115,465
- +6.1% since 2020
- Households
- 42,596
- Median household income
- $66,552
- +29.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $261,900
- Jobs located here
- 42,670
- Highest market score
- 83
- House cleaning, #23 of 847 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 115,465 people live in Bradley County, in 42,596 households. Population estimates show Bradley County grew 6.1% from 2020 to 2025, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Bradley County is $66,552 a year, 18% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 29.7% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Bradley County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 140, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (63).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Bradley County are for house cleaning businesses (83); collision repair and body shops (78); and lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (77). Bradley County ranks #23 of 847 scored counties for house cleaning businesses.
Bradley County is part of the Cleveland metro area. For its number of households, Bradley County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for convenience stores (91% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for pizza places (30% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Bradley County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Bradley County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| House cleaning | 83 | #23 of 847 | 5 | 1.2 | $11.7M | 183 | 10 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 78 | #95 of 1,327 | 10 | 2.3 | $4.2M | 136 | 7 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 77 | #105 of 1,771 | 30 | 7.0 | $1.9M | 116 | 34 |
| Car washes and detailing | 76 | #113 of 1,451 | 15 | 3.5 | $2.8M | 111 | 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 76 | #129 of 1,493 | 20 | 4.7 | $2.9M | 100 | 19 |
| Insurance agencies | 74 | #367 of 2,272 | 65 | 15.3 | $1.8M | 143 | 34 |
| Pest control | 66 | #142 of 699 | 5 | 1.2 | $11.7M | 114 | 5 |
| Roofing and gutters | 64 | #292 of 1,177 | 16 | 3.8 | $7.1M | 84 | 3 |
| Grocery stores | 62 | #633 of 2,070 | 28 | 6.6 | $8.7M | 94 | 14 |
| Funeral homes | 60 | #481 of 1,472 | 10 | 2.3 | $627K | 92 | 8 |
| Auto repair shops | 60 | #749 of 2,378 | 105 | 24.7 | $398K | 90 | 29 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 60 | #756 of 2,405 | 199 | 46.7 | $738K | 111 | 58 |
| Property management | 59 | #304 of 910 | 11 | 2.6 | Index only | 99 | 11 |
| Nail salons | 59 | #434 of 1,328 | 22 | 5.2 | $1.6M | 96 | 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 59 | #815 of 2,401 | 169 | 39.7 | $247K | 92 | 49 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 58 | #285 of 887 | 16 | 3.8 | Index only | 97 | 3 |
| Pizza | 58 | #706 of 2,090 | 24 | 5.6 | $6.1M | 120 | 93 |
| Gas stations | 58 | #845 of 2,358 | 67 | 15.7 | $2M | 85 | 70 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 58 | #883 of 2,402 | 102 | 23.9 | $2.4M | 71 | 21 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 57 | #711 of 2,176 | 101 | 23.7 | Index only | 110 | 16 |
| Hair salons | 56 | #899 of 2,339 | 95 | 22.3 | $372K | 86 | 6 |
| Physical therapy | 54 | #619 of 1,422 | 19 | 4.5 | $2.3M | 96 | 13 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 54 | #641 of 1,461 | 23 | 5.4 | $1.5M | 59 | 7 |
| Spas and skin care | 54 | #747 of 1,769 | 39 | 9.2 | $905K | 103 | 6 |
| Pet businesses | 54 | #929 of 2,200 | 58 | 13.6 | $596K | 68 | 20 |
| Pet stores | 53 | #430 of 974 | 9 | 2.1 | $3.8M | 85 | Under 3 |
| Electricians | 53 | #525 of 1,160 | 14 | 3.3 | $8.1M | 68 | 20 |
| Real estate | 53 | #948 of 2,229 | 133 | 31.2 | Index only | 105 | 33 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 53 | #1,029 of 2,210 | 81 | 19.0 | $910K | 103 | 22 |
| Convenience stores | 53 | #1,042 of 2,261 | 65 | 15.3 | $3.8M | 48 | 7 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 53 | #1,063 of 2,405 | 379 | 89.0 | $388K | 105 | 175 |
| Barbershops | 52 | #650 of 1,356 | 17 | 4.0 | $2.1M | 110 | 3 |
| Tire shops | 52 | #732 of 1,530 | 20 | 4.7 | $2.1M | 83 | 9 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 52 | #855 of 1,889 | 34 | 8.0 | $4.3M | 104 | 25 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 52 | #992 of 2,087 | 59 | 13.9 | $1.2M | 98 | 22 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 50 | #1,190 of 2,385 | 174 | 40.8 | $203K | 95 | 21 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 49 | #873 of 1,656 | 26 | 6.1 | $1.7M | 95 | 55 |
| Home repair trades | 49 | #1,099 of 2,057 | 75 | 17.6 | $1.5M | 62 | 50 |
| Child care and preschools | 48 | #872 of 1,611 | 18 | 4.2 | $898K | 90 | 32 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 48 | #1,111 of 2,063 | 45 | 10.6 | $3.3M | 88 | 22 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 47 | #771 of 1,334 | 23 | 5.4 | $1.2M | 57 | 3 |
| Veterinarians | 47 | #836 of 1,485 | 20 | 4.7 | $1.7M | 63 | 13 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 47 | #979 of 1,707 | 45 | 10.6 | $2.5M | 53 | 27 |
| Laundromats | 46 | #438 of 785 | 7 | 1.6 | $10.5M | 84 | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 42 | #535 of 777 | 9 | 2.1 | $2.9M | 72 | 12 |
| Chiropractors | 41 | #996 of 1,490 | 26 | 6.1 | $1.7M | 71 | 13 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 40 | #1,678 of 2,394 | 289 | 67.8 | $152K | 100 | 125 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 39 | #1,328 of 1,886 | 47 | 11.0 | $937K | 95 | 36 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 39 | #1,539 of 2,088 | 68 | 16.0 | $389K | 59 | 15 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 38 | #953 of 1,302 | 21 | 4.9 | $2.1M | 67 | 8 |
| Gyms | 37 | #1,339 of 1,792 | 36 | 8.5 | $735K | 56 | 12 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 35 | #1,685 of 2,222 | 75 | 17.6 | $2M | 64 | 93 |
| Home inspectors | 30 | #364 of 415 | 5 | 1.2 | Index only | 46 | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 0.9 | $11M | 45 | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 0.7 | $24.6M | 157 | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.5 | $20.9M | Too few | 4 |
Household spending in Bradley County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $41.8M | $981 | 102 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $136.2M | $3,197 | 123 |
| Food away from home | $146.9M | $3,450 | 85 |
| Groceries | $244.7M | $5,745 | 91 |
| Personal care products and services | $35.3M | $829 | 82 |
| Child care and other personal services | $16.2M | $379 | 65 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $26.5M | $621 | 63 |
| Medical and dental services | $44.1M | $1,034 | 80 |
| Pets | $34.5M | $811 | 89 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $73.7M | $1,731 | 84 |
| Vehicle insurance | $117.1M | $2,749 | 140 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $113.6M | $2,667 | 88 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $58.4M | $1,371 | 97 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $606.1M | $14,230 | 85 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Bradley County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 115,465+6.1% since 2020
- Households
- 42,596
- Median age
- 40.3
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 67%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.1
- Land area
- 329 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 338
- Median household income
- $66,552+29.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $85,706
- Median home value
- $261,900
- Jobs located here
- 42,670
- Daytime population
- 105,258Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Bradley County, TN growing?
Population estimates put Bradley County at 115,465 people in 2025, up 6.1% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 42,596 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 29.7%, before inflation.
How much do households in Bradley County, TN spend?
Households in Bradley County spend about $606.1M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $244.7M on groceries and $146.9M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Bradley County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 140, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (63).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Bradley County, TN?
Of the business types scored in Bradley County, house cleaning businesses (83); collision repair and body shops (78); and lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (77) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For house cleaning businesses, that ranks #23 of 847 scored counties.
How does Bradley County, TN compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Bradley County is $66,552, 18% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 6.1% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $261,900, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for convenience stores (91% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for pizza places (30% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 53 of the 56 business types have a score in Bradley County, each ranked against other counties.
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