Oliver Springs, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
3,384 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,295 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$149,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$474 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$244 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Anderson County
4
Knoxville Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Anderson County
5
Knoxville Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 3 35
Feb 5 2 39
Mar 5 1 47
Apr 5 0 56
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 5 0 47
Dec 5 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Norwood Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1 star
Norwood Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1 star
Oliver Springs Middle
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Oliver Springs High School
1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Pellissippi State Community College
11 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fort Loudoun Medical Center
15 miles, S • 2.3 star
Parkwest Medical Center
15 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
24 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Lovell Field
85 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Asheville Regional Airport
108 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
111 miles, E • 1 star
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