Fayette County, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
42,653 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,764 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$316,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$693 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Memphis Metro Area
7
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

Memphis Metro Area
7
Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 38
Feb 4 1 42
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 6 0 41

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, TN State Senate District 26, TN State House District 94, TN
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Schools

Fayette Academy
3 miles, NE • 5 star
West Junior High School
6 miles, NW • 1 star
Southwest Elementary
6 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

Gould's Academy
22 miles, NW
University of Phoenix-Tennessee
22 miles, W • 2.3 star
Gould's Academy
26 miles, W
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Hospitals

Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center
22 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
34 miles, W • 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
130 miles, S • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
134 miles, NE • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
140 miles, N • 1 star
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