Unicoi, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
3,815 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,455 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$353 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$615 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Unicoi County
4
Johnson City 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

Unicoi County
3
Johnson City Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 7 30
Feb 4 7 33
Mar 4 3 39
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, TN State Senate District 9, TN State House District 4, TN
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Schools

Unicoi Elementary
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Cherokee Elementary
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
Rock Creek Elementary
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

East Tennessee State University
6 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Johnson City Medical Center
7 miles, N • 1.4 star
Franklin Woods Community Hospital
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
Unicoi County Hospital
10 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Sycamore Shoals Hospital
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
18 miles, N • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
56 miles, SW • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
97 miles, W • 2.3 star
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