Macon 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 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
25,793 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,269 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$211,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$408 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$603 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin Metro Area
5
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

Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 35
Feb 4 2 39
Mar 5 0 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 6 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 5 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, TN State Senate District 12, TN State House District 38, TN
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Schools

Macon Christian Academy
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Lafayette Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Central Elementary
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Cumberland University
28 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Genesis Career College-Lebanon
29 miles, SW • 1 star
Volunteer State Community College
30 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Macon Community Hospital
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
Trousdale Medical Center
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Riverview Regional Medical Center
19 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Nashville International Airport
47 miles, W • 3.7 star
Lovell Field
113 miles, S • 1.4 star
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