South Carthage, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
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
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
2,049 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,610 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$195,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$407 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$588 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Smith County
3
Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin 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

Smith County
3
Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 35
Feb 4 2 40
Mar 5 1 49
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, TN State Senate District 15, TN State House District 40, TN
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Schools

Smith County High School
1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Smith County Middle School
1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Carthage Elementary
1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Gordonsville Elementary School
5 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Cumberland University
19 miles, W • 1.9 star
Genesis Career College-Lebanon
21 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Riverview Regional Medical Center
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Trousdale Medical Center
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Macon Community Hospital
20 miles, N • 4.1 star
Dekalb Community Hospital
21 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Nashville International Airport
41 miles, W • 3.7 star
Lovell Field
93 miles, S • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
114 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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