Knoxville Metro Area, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
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
919,553 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,734 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$255,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$449 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$869 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 36
Feb 4 1 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 4 0 48
Dec 4 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, TN State Senate District 5, TN State House District 33, TN
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Schools

Claxton Elementary
1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
South Clinton Elementary
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Clinton High School
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Pellissippi State Community College
7 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Physicians Regional Medical Center
8 miles, E • 3.2 star
Parkwest Medical Center
9 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
18 miles, S • 2.3 star
Lovell Field
92 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Asheville Regional Airport
99 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
101 miles, E • 1 star
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