Rutherford 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 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
351,591 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,588 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$346,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,238 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.5% 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 1 36
Feb 4 1 40
Mar 5 0 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 6 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 5 0 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, TN State Senate District 13, TN State House District 34, TN
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Schools

McFadden School Of Excellence
1 miles, SE • 5 star
Icm Academy
2 miles, SE
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Holloway High School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
Stones River Hospital
19 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Nashville International Airport
24 miles, N • 3.7 star
Lovell Field
88 miles, SE • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
136 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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