Tazewell, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,864 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,852 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$457 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$581 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Claiborne County
3
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

Claiborne County
4
Tennessee
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 35
Feb 4 3 39
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 2 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, TN State Senate District 8, TN State House District 9, TN
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Schools

Soldiers Memorial Middle School
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
The Alpha School
2 miles, SW
Tazewell-New Tazewell Elementary
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Lincoln Memorial University
10 miles, N • 1.9 star
Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
20 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Claiborne Medical Center
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Middlesboro Arh Hospital
14 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
51 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Tri-Cities Airport
64 miles, E • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
91 miles, S • 1.4 star
Blue Grass Airport
123 miles, N • 1.9 star
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