Ridgeside, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 1/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
907 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
91.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
76.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$177,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$473,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$652 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$872 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hamilton County
6
Chattanooga 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

Hamilton County
7
Chattanooga Metro Area
6
Tennessee
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 38
Feb 5 0 42
Mar 5 0 49
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 5 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 62%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, TN State Senate District 11, TN State House District 30, TN
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Schools

Notre Dame High School
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
McCallie School
1 miles, W • 5 star
Woodmore Elementary
1 miles, SE • 1 star
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Colleges

Chattanooga State Community College
4 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Healthcare System, Inc
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Parkridge Medical Center
1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Erlanger Medical Center
3 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
89 miles, E • 2.3 star
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