Lauderdale County, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
24,933 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,205 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$122,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$426 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$485 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Tennessee
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (51%) 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 50
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 50
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Ripley Elementary
4 miles, SE · 1.4star
Ripley Middle School
5 miles, SE · 1star
Ripley Primary
5 miles, SE
Ripley High School
5 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Colleges

Arkansas Northeastern College
19 miles, NW · 1.4star
Dyersburg State Community College
24 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton
16 miles, SW · 4.1star
Great River Medical Center
20 miles, NW · 2.3star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
54 miles, SW · 2.8star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
101 miles, NE · 1star
Barkley Regional Airport
102 miles, NE · 1star
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