Crab Orchard, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
834 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,708 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$285 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$420 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
3
Crossville Urban Area
3
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
5
Crossville Urban Area
5
Tennessee
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (67%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 2 36
Feb 5 2 40
Mar 5 1 48
Apr 5 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 5 0 48
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Crab Orchard Elementary
<1 miles, NW · 1.9star
Homestead Elementary School
6 miles, W · 2.3star
Pine View Elementary
7 miles, SE · 2.3star
Stone Elementary
8 miles, NW · 1.9star

Colleges

Roane State Community College
15 miles, SE · 1.4star
Bryan College-Dayton
29 miles, SW · 2.3star

Hospitals

Cumberland Medical Center
8 miles, NW · 3.2star
Roane Medical Center
18 miles, SE · 2.3star
Rhea Medical Center
27 miles, SW · 2.3star

Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
50 miles, SE · 2.3star
Lovell Field
63 miles, SW · 1.4star
Nashville International Airport
101 miles, NW · 3.7star
Asheville Regional Airport
136 miles, SE · 1.4star