Taft, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
305 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,672 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
63.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$262,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$423 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$509 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
6
Fayetteville Urban Area
6
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
4
Fayetteville Urban Area
4
Tennessee
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 38
Feb 4 1 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 4 0 57
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 6 1 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, TN State Senate District 16, TN State House District 70, TN
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Schools

Blanche School
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Cedar Hill Elementary School
7 miles, W • 2.3 star
Highland Rim School
8 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

The Hair Academy LLC
12 miles, NE • 1 star
Alabama A & M University
19 miles, S • 1.4 star
Oakwood University
19 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lincoln Medical Center
12 miles, E • 4.1 star
Athens Limestone Hospital
21 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Nashville International Airport
76 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Lovell Field
86 miles, E • 1.4 star
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