Claiborne County, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
32,221 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,587 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$148,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$343 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$559 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 34
Feb 4 3 38
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, TN State Senate District 8, TN State House District 36, TN
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Schools

Cumberland Gap High School
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
Tri-State Christian Academy
3 miles, N • 1 star
HY Livesay Middle School
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Midway Elementary
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star

Colleges

Lincoln Memorial University
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
16 miles, N • 1.4 star
Carson-Newman University
28 miles, S • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Claiborne Medical Center
6 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Middlesboro Arh Hospital
8 miles, N • 4.1 star

Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
51 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Tri-Cities Airport
70 miles, SE • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
97 miles, S • 1.4 star
Blue Grass Airport
118 miles, N • 1.9 star