District 6 by the Numbers
A plain-language snapshot of who we are — based on public data.
Purpose Statement
This page exists for one reason: shared facts.
Before we debate solutions, we should agree on what the community looks like today. These statistics come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year estimates) and help us understand District 6 across housing, income, education, and basic demographics.
Community Snapshot
Economic Reality
District 6 incomes vary significantly across neighborhoods
Housing & Cost of Living
High renter population across District 6 neighborhoods
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — American Community Survey (ACS), 5-Year Estimates.
Data provides estimates and can shift year to year, but it remains the most reliable public dataset for neighborhood-level community trends.
Red Bank
North Chattanooga
North Shore
Riverview
Stuart Heights
Lupton City
Stylized representation
Understanding District 6
District 6 is a diverse and growing community made up of working families, long-term residents, renters, homeowners, students, and seniors. It is one of the most renter-heavy areas in the county, with many households navigating rising housing costs and increasing economic pressure.
Data shows that District 6 experiences a slightly higher poverty rate than the county overall, reflecting the real financial strain many families are under. At the same time, growth and development continue to place added pressure on infrastructure, schools, and housing availability.
These trends matter because they shape daily life, from the cost of rent to access to services and long-term stability.
District 6 is resilient and full of potential, but it requires focused attention, thoughtful planning, and consistent representation to ensure growth works for the people who already call it home.
Our Neighborhoods
Seven Communities, Shared Concerns
North Chattanooga
Historic urban neighborhood with mix of renters and homeowners, strong walkability.
Red Bank
Diverse community with schools, local businesses, and working families.
Hill City
Historically significant neighborhood facing pressures from development and rising costs.
Stuart Heights
Residential area with strong community ties and school-age families.
Lupton City
Close-knit neighborhood with long-term residents and local heritage.
Manchester Park
Family-oriented neighborhood with parks and community spaces.
Forest Highlands
Established neighborhood with mix of housing types and generations.
What District 6 Faces
Real Challenges, Real Solutions
📈 Housing Affordability
With a high renter population in District 6, rising costs are pushing families out. Property taxes are also straining long-term homeowners.
🏫 School Overcrowding
District 6 families rely heavily on public schools, which face facility needs, overcrowding, and resource gaps.
🛣️ Infrastructure Neglect
Roads, drainage, sidewalks—basic infrastructure that neighborhoods need to function safely and efficiently.
🔒 Limited Access
County meetings during work hours, opaque decision-making, and little opportunity for real public input.
District 6 Deserves Better
Let me know what matters most to you. Every concern gets logged, tracked, and addressed with accountability.
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