Karns, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
3,835 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$101,161 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$284,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,719 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Knox County
5
Knoxville Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Knox County
6
Knoxville Metro Area
5
Tennessee
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) 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 2 36
Feb 5 2 41
Mar 5 1 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 5 1 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Karns Middle School
<1 miles, W · 2.8star
Karns Elementary
<1 miles, N · 1.9star
Duncan Academy
1 miles, N · 1star
Karns High School
1 miles, W · 2.3star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Parkwest Medical Center
4 miles, S · 2.3star
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Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
13 miles, S · 2.3star
Lovell Field
90 miles, SW · 1.4star
Asheville Regional Airport
96 miles, SE · 1.4star
Tri-Cities Airport
101 miles, E · 1star
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