Jefferson County, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
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
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
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
55,835 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,084 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$421 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$666 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Morristown Metro Area
4
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

Morristown Metro Area
4
Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 36
Feb 4 2 40
Mar 4 1 48
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 4 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, TN State Senate District 8, TN State House District 17, TN
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Schools

Dandridge Elementary
2 miles, S • 1.9 star
Jefferson Co High School
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Carson-Newman University
6 miles, N • 1.9 star
Walters State Community College
15 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Johnson University
19 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Leconte Medical Center
14 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Newport Medical Center
16 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
35 miles, W • 2.3 star
Tri-Cities Airport
65 miles, E • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
66 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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