Kingsport-Bristol Metro Area, TN-VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
309,580 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,948 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$182,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$387 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$616 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 34
Feb 3 3 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 3 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, VA State Senate District 6, VA State House District 45, VA
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Schools

Ketron Elementary School
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Hilton Elem
4 miles, N • 4.6 star
Innovation Academy
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
North Middle School
4 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

Northeast State Community College
8 miles, S • 1.4 star
King University
16 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Indian Path Community Hospital
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
Franklin Woods Community Hospital
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
9 miles, S • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
81 miles, SW • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
102 miles, W • 2.3 star
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