Cookeville Urban Area, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
143,819 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,328 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$706 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.4% 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 2 35
Feb 4 2 39
Mar 5 0 47
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 5 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, TN State Senate District 15, TN State House District 42, TN
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Schools

Algood Elementary
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
White Plains Academy
1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Algood Middle School
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Tennessee Technological University
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Fortis Institute-Cookeville
3 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cookeville Regional Medical Center
3 miles, W • 4.1 star
Livingston Regional Hospital
15 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital
17 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Nashville International Airport
68 miles, W • 3.7 star
Lovell Field
81 miles, S • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
86 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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