Big Sandy, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
589 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,036 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$62,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$352 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$466 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
3
Tennessee
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
4
Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 36
Feb 5 1 40
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 5 0 58
May 6 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 5 0 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, TN State Senate District 24, TN State House District 74, TN
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Schools

Big Sandy School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Camden Central High School
11 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Camden Jr High School
11 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Bethel University
25 miles, W • 1.9 star
Murray State University
29 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Camden General Hospital
12 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Henry County Medical Center
13 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
69 miles, N • 1 star
Nashville International Airport
79 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
107 miles, NW • 1 star
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