Carter County, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
56,462 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,435 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$157,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$356 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$569 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Johnson City Metro Area
4
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

Johnson City Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 6 32
Feb 4 5 35
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 5 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, TN State Senate District 3, TN State House District 3, TN
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Schools

Hampton Elementary
2 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Hampton High School
3 miles, W • 2.3 star
Valley Forge Elementary
4 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

East Tennessee State University
13 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Sycamore Shoals Hospital
8 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Johnson City Medical Center
15 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Franklin Woods Community Hospital
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
20 miles, NW • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
63 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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