Dyer, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,334 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,962 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$117,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$448 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$525 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gibson County
6
Jackson Metro Area
6
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gibson County
4
Jackson Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 37
Feb 4 1 41
Mar 5 0 50
Apr 5 0 59
May 6 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, TN State Senate District 24, TN State House District 79, TN
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Schools

Dyer Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Gibson County High School
4 miles, S • 2.8 star
Rutherford Elementary
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Yorkville Elementary
7 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Arnolds Beauty School
17 miles, SE • 1 star
The University of Tennessee-Martin
20 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Dyersburg State Community College
22 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Milan General Hospital
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Volunteer Community Hospital
19 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Dyersburg Regional Medical Center
22 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
69 miles, NE • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
86 miles, N • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
90 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Nashville International Airport
129 miles, E • 3.7 star
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