Dresden, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,974 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,998 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$356 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$503 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Weakley County
3
Martin Urban Area
3
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Weakley County
3
Martin Urban Area
3
Tennessee
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 36
Feb 4 2 39
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 2 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 5 0 38

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 (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, TN State Senate District 24, TN State House District 76, TN
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Schools

Dresden Elementary
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Dresden Middle School
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Dresden High School
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

The University of Tennessee-Martin
10 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Bethel University
14 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Volunteer Community Hospital
10 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Baptist Memorial Hospital Union City
21 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Henry County Medical Center
22 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
54 miles, N • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
81 miles, N • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
112 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Nashville International Airport
113 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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