Fowlkes, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
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
898 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,813 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$81,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$342 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$530 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dyer County
7
Dyersburg Urban Area
7
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dyer County
7
Dyersburg Urban Area
7
Tennessee
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (31%) (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 4 1 37
Feb 4 1 41
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 3 0 71
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Holice Powell Elementary
<1 miles, SW · 3.7star
McDowell Center for Children
4 miles, N · 1star
Dyersburg Intermediate School
5 miles, NE · 1.9star
Dyersburg Middle School
5 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Colleges

Arkansas Northeastern College
30 miles, W · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Pemiscot County Memorial Hospital
27 miles, NW · 2.3star
Great River Medical Center
30 miles, W · 2.3star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
72 miles, SW · 2.8star
Barkley Regional Airport
83 miles, NE · 1star
Nashville International Airport
152 miles, E · 3.7star
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