Spurgeon, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
3,749 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,091 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$197,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$412 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$722 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sullivan County
6
Kingsport-Bristol Metro Area
4
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sullivan County
6
Kingsport-Bristol Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 33
Feb 4 3 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 1 53
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 4%

Schools

Gray Elementary School
2 miles, SW 2.8 star
Miller Perry Elementary
3 miles, NW 2.8 star
Colonial Heights Middle
3 miles, N 1.9 star
Holston Elementary
4 miles, NE 2.8 star

Colleges

Northeast State Community College
4 miles, E 1.4 star
East Tennessee State University
11 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Indian Path Community Hospital
8 miles, N 3.2 star
Franklin Woods Community Hospital
8 miles, S 4.1 star
Johnson City Medical Center
10 miles, S 1.4 star

Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
4 miles, E 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
70 miles, SW 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
96 miles, W 2.3 star