Monroe 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 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
47,054 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,648 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$366 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$542 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.6% 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 5 2 36
Feb 5 1 40
Mar 5 0 47
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 63
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 5 0 47
Dec 5 1 39

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 79%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, TN State Senate District 2, TN State House District 23, TN
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Schools

Tellico Plains Junior High School
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Tellico Plains Elementary
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Tellico Plains High School
6 miles, SW • 2.8 star

Colleges

Hiwassee College
10 miles, N • 1.4 star
Tennessee Wesleyan University
19 miles, W • 2.3 star
Maryville College
26 miles, NE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Sweetwater Hospital Association
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Fort Loudoun Medical Center
26 miles, N • 2.3 star
Blount Memorial Hospital
27 miles, NE • 2.3 star

Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
29 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Lovell Field
61 miles, W • 1.4 star
Asheville Regional Airport
96 miles, E • 1.4 star