Decherd, TN
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
1/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
2,816
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
9.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$34,646
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$118,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$445
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$629
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Franklin County
5
Winchester Urban Area
5
Tennessee
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Franklin County
4
Winchester Urban Area
4
Tennessee
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 1 | 37 |
| Feb | 5 | 1 | 40 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 57 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 49 |
| Dec | 6 | 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 57% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 70%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, TN State Senate District 16, TN State House District 39, TNSchools
Decherd Elementary
<1 miles, S
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1
North Middle School
2 miles, NW
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1
Franklin Co High School
2 miles, SW
•
2.3
Winchester Christian Academy
3 miles, SW
Colleges
The University of the South
9 miles, SE
•
2.8
Motlow State Community College
16 miles, NW
•
1.4
Love Beauty School Inc
19 miles, N
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville
27 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Southern Tennessee Regional Hlth System Winchester
3 miles, SW
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3.2
Tennova Healthcare-Harton
14 miles, N
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2.3
Unity Medical Center
20 miles, N
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4.1
Lincoln Medical Center
28 miles, W
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4.1
Airports
Lovell Field
51 miles, SE
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1.4
Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field
56 miles, SW
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1.4
Nashville International Airport
71 miles, N
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3.7
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
120 miles, SW
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2.3