Relocating to Washington County
Moving to Johnson City, Tennessee
Progressive, energetic, and outdoorsy hub in the southern Tri-Cities. Driven by ETSU and a massive regional medical center.
Johnson City market snapshot
Sample dataMedian price
$325,000
▲ 8.5% YoY
Homes sold (annual)
1,245
Avg days on market
28
At a glance
Is Johnson City right for you?
Vibe & location
Progressive, energetic, and outdoorsy hub in the southern Tri-Cities. Driven by ETSU and a massive regional medical center.
Real estate profile
Premium pricing for the region. Features trendy downtown lofts, historic Craftsman bungalows, and sprawling new suburban developments.
Best for
Young professionals, medical staff, remote workers, and anyone wanting a bustling culinary, brewery, and arts scene.
Why people love Johnson City
- ETSU campus and medical center
- Revitalized downtown with restaurants & breweries
- Gateway to Cherokee National Forest
- Strong job market in healthcare & education
Popular neighborhoods
Local playbook
Johnson City resource directory
Schools, utilities, healthcare, licensing, and more — the local contacts you'll need to settle into Johnson City. Filter by category or search by name.
Education & Childcare
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Johnson City Schools (Municipal District) link?
Operates independently from Washington County Schools, managing highly rated city-limit institutions like Science Hill High.
Utilities, Financial Planning, & Credit Unions
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BrightRidge (Electric & Broadband Fiber)
Local public power authority offering high-speed regional fiber internet alongside municipal electricity.
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Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union (Johnson City Branch)
Highly popular regional credit union offering competitive lending rates and member-first financial services.
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Bank of Tennessee (Johnson City Corporate Headquarters)
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Edward Jones (Financial Advisor: Richard Haney)
Local Insurance Agencies
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Tri-Cities Insurance Service
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Washington County Farm Bureau Insurance
Active Senior Centers & Older Adult Programming
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Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park
Nationally accredited hub hosting fitness centers, computing labs, and social events.
Fitness Centers & Gyms
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The Wellness Center
Premier facility offering indoor/outdoor pools, extensive group classes, and state-of-the-art medical fitness equipment.
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Planet Fitness
High-value, low-cost gym offering 24/7 member access and extensive cardio/strength equipment.
Bureaucracy, Licensing, & Taxes
Transplants must establish records within Washington County.
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Washington County Clerk (Johnson City Satellite)
Handles license plates and title transfers without driving out to the Jonesborough courthouse.
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Tennessee Driver Services Center (Johnson City)
Healthcare & Emergencies
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Johnson City Medical Center (Ballad Health)
The region's primary Level I Trauma Center and major teaching hospital.
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Johnson City Police Department (Non-Emergency)
Recreation, Outfitters, & Lifestyle
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Johnson City Chamber of Commerce
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Buffalo Mountain & Watauga River Guides
Local biking, hiking, and mountain gear outfitters downtown for excursions to Buffalo Mountain Park or nearby Watauga Lake.
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- Cell: 423-833-7371
- Email: shaneohare@remax.com
- Office: 904 Sunset Drive Ste 1, Johnson City, TN 37604