Cumberland Gap, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
330 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
53.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$215,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$469 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$943 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Claiborne 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

Claiborne County
4
Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 33
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 5 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 4%

Schools

Ellen Myers Primary
<1 miles, S 1.9 star
J Frank White Academy
1 miles, S 5 star
HY Livesay Middle School
3 miles, S 2.3 star
Middlesboro Alternative School
3 miles, NW 3.2 star

Colleges

Lincoln Memorial University
1 miles, S 1.9 star
Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
10 miles, N 1.4 star
Union College
23 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Middlesboro Arh Hospital
4 miles, NW 4.1 star
Claiborne Medical Center
11 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
57 miles, SW 2.3 star
Tri-Cities Airport
70 miles, SE 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
102 miles, S 1.4 star
Blue Grass Airport
112 miles, N 1.9 star