White Pine, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
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
2,557 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$419 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$587 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
3
Morristown 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

Jefferson County
4
Morristown Metro Area
4
Tennessee
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) 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 3 36
Feb 4 2 39
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 2 0 57
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 4 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

White Pine Elementary
<1 miles, W · 1star
Cornerstone Academy
4 miles, NE · 4.1star
Witt Elementary
4 miles, NE · 2.8star
West View Middle School
6 miles, N · 2.3star

Colleges

Walters State Community College
8 miles, NE · 1.4star
Carson-Newman University
12 miles, NW · 1.9star
Johnson University
28 miles, W · 1.4star

Hospitals

Newport Medical Center
11 miles, S · 4.1star
Leconte Medical Center
22 miles, SW · 3.2star

Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
44 miles, W · 2.3star
Tri-Cities Airport
55 miles, E · 1star
Asheville Regional Airport
62 miles, S · 1.4star