Cookeville, TN

Tennessee · Putnam County

Cookeville is a mid-size city in Tennessee with a population of 35,544. Residents earn $48,501 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

35,544 Population 994/sq mi density

$48,501 Median Income $27,875 per capita

$263,800 Home Value $313,119 Zillow

$885 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature 298 sunny days/yr

352 Violent Crime/100K 3,046 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.4 / 5.0

$48,501 median income, 2.6% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.6 / 5.0

$263,800 home value, $885/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

352 violent crimes/100K (7% below avg)

B+

Education

3.8 / 5.0

35.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $48,501

35% lower than US avg

Home Value $263,800

6% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 352/100K

7% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 35.4%

5% higher than US avg

Median Rent $885

24% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.3%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.6%

26% higher than US avg

How Cookeville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population35,544

Median Age29.6 yrs

Density994/mi²

Male / Female50% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans4.9%

Economy

Median Income$48,501

Per Capita$27,875

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty15.6%

County GDP$5,269M

Commute19 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$263,800

Rent$885

Ownership41.2%

Zillow$313,119

Housing Units15,555

Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

Violent352/100K

Property3,046/100K

Murder2.9/100K

Assault247/100K

Burglary407/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%

Uninsured13.3%

Smoking19.0%

Depression29.1%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain60.0 in/yr

Sunny Days298/yr

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.4%

High School+88.0%

Graduate+14.1%

School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%

Commute19 min

Broadband86.0%

EV Stations15

Libraries4

Is Cookeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cookeville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cookeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cookeville is $48,501, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cookeville is $263,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cookeville is below the national average at 352 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,046 per 100,000, 55% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cookeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cookeville has a population of 35,544 with a density of 994 people per square mile, spread across 35.8 square miles. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 3.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.6% of residents, while 9.4% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are veterans. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 88.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

35,544

Total Population

994

People / sq mi

29.6yrs

Median Age

24% below US avg

35.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%

Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cookeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.6%

15% above US avg

Spanish 9.4%

30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cookeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cookeville is $48,501, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,875 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $968, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,565 business establishments, including 225 restaurants. The cost of living index is 91.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cookeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,501
	35% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,875
Avg Weekly Wage	$968
IRS Avg AGI	$72,519
Gini Index	0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	15.6%
	26% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,565
County GDP	$5,269M

Business (County)

Restaurants	225
Healthcare	254
Retail	352
Manufacturing	109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,811
	9% above US avg
Cost of Living	91.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.2 min
Drive Alone	78.1%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cookeville is $263,800, 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,119, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $885 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $924 for a one-bedroom to $1,118 for a two-bedroom apartment. 41.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 15,555 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1989. The average annual property tax is $3,811. 31.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$263,800
	6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$313,119
Median List Price	$349,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$349,990
$/Sq Ft	$183
Homes Sold	26
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.6%
Price Drops	22.9%
Inventory	144

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$885
	24% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,546
Rent Burden	31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$882
1 Bedroom	$924
2 Bedrooms	$1,118
3 Bedrooms	$1,445
4 Bedrooms	$1,644

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	41.2%
Owner-Occupied	41.2%
Renter-Occupied	58.8%
Housing Units	15,555
Median Year Built	1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,811
	9% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.44%

In Cookeville, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 36.4% have high blood pressure. 19.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.3% report binge drinking. 26.1% are physically inactive. 29.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.0% experience frequent mental distress. 13.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,503. The dentist ratio is 1:1,498. 54.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cookeville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.3%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	12.0%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	36.4%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.0%
	36% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.3%
Physical Inactivity	26.1%
Depression	29.1%
Mental Distress	21.0%
Physical Distress	15.3%
Short Sleep	38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.5%
Uninsured	13.3%
	55% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,503
Dentists	1:1,498
Mental Health	1:373
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	53.6%
Premature Death	10,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.5/10
Exercise Access	54.0%
Healthcare Facilities	254

Cookeville has a violent crime rate of 352 per 100,000 residents, 7% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 247.3 per 100,000, robbery at 20.4, rape at 81.5. The murder rate is 2.9 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,046 per 100,000, 55% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,266, burglary at 407, vehicle theft at 372 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cookeville receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cookeville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	352.0/100K
	7% below US avg
Murder	2.9/100K
	54% below US avg
Rape	81.5/100K
Robbery	20.4/100K
Assault	247.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,046.0/100K
	55% above US avg
Burglary	407.3/100K
Theft	2,266.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	372.4/100K
Arson	2.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18
Traffic Accidents	522
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Cookeville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 298 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	57.4°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,079 ft (329 m)
Area	35.8 sq mi (92.6 km²)
Population Density	994/sq mi
Coordinates	36.1469°N, 85.5127°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Putnam County County
Nearest Airport	Nashville International (BNA) 65 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.0"

58% above US avg

Snowfall 6.1"

Wettest Month (Mar) 5.79"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	65.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	43.0 / 100
Community Resilience	47.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 10, 2025.

Jan 20, 2020	2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee	M3.8	137 km
Jun 17, 1998	9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee	M3.6	103 km
Jul 19, 1997	12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.5	147 km
Jun 19, 2007	10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee	M3.5	42 km
Aug 31, 2009	2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee	M3.3	132 km
Mar 18, 1995	10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee	M3.3	96 km
Apr 20, 2010	4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee	M3.3	144 km
Apr 11, 2006	5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee	M3.3	128 km
Apr 5, 1994	10 km N of Trenton, Georgia	M3.2	131 km
Mar 21, 2001	7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia	M3.2	145 km
Mar 7, 2001	6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee	M3.2	89 km
Jan 27, 2009	4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky	M3.2	142 km
May 10, 2006	3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee	M3.2	122 km
Mar 7, 2001	5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee	M3.2	91 km
May 10, 2020	7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee	M3.1	117 km
Jan 15, 1993	1 km N of Apison, Tennessee	M3.1	131 km
Jun 23, 2008	10 km ESE of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.1	149 km
Nov 1, 2009	1 km ESE of South Cleveland, Tennessee	M3.0	127 km
Sep 24, 1991	6 km NE of Greenback, Tennessee	M3.0	135 km
Nov 10, 1992	4 km ESE of Greenback, Tennessee	M3.0	136 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

392 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 118 fatalities, 1,040 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 3, 2020	EF4	14 km	19
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	90 km	4
Jan 24, 1997	EF4	98 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	85 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	57 km	10
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	57 km	5
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	41 km	7
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	14 km	10
May 2, 1953	EF4	96 km	4
Feb 6, 2008	EF3	77 km	4
Feb 5, 2008	EF3	79 km	22
May 11, 2003	EF3	83 km	0
Nov 10, 2002	EF3	46 km	4
Nov 10, 2002	EF3	83 km	7
Apr 28, 2002	EF3	89 km	0
Apr 16, 1998	EF3	52 km	0
Mar 28, 1997	EF3	84 km	0
May 18, 1995	EF3	48 km	0
Feb 21, 1993	EF3	8 km	0
Apr 20, 1986	EF3	77 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,675 ac, 2003).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2003	UNNAMED	4,675	73 km
2001	UNNAMED	4,635	43 km
2001	UNNAMED	4,213	95 km
2009	GOBBLERS KNOB B	3,851	85 km
2000	UNNAMED	3,539	77 km
2016	WHITE OAK CIRCLE	3,182	85 km
2016	SR116-DEVONIA	3,077	99 km
1999	UNNAMED	2,638	72 km
2000	UNNAMED	2,355	65 km
2000	DARROW RDG	2,265	71 km
2000	SCHOOLHOUS	2,155	100 km
2001	UNNAMED	2,084	33 km
1987	LAUREL RDG	1,969	91 km
2009	GOBBLERS KNOB A	1,886	88 km
2016	BENCH BLUFF	1,715	66 km
2001	UNNAMED	1,691	93 km
2003	UNNAMED	1,635	34 km
2001	UNNAMED	1,491	81 km
2001	UNNAMED	1,301	72 km
1987	UNNAMED	1,289	97 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	37°F (3°C)	4.6 in	Coldest
February	39°F (4°C)	4.4 in
March	48°F (9°C)	5.8 in	Wettest
April	56°F (14°C)	4.6 in
May	65°F (18°C)	5.3 in
June	72°F (22°C)	4.2 in
July	77°F (25°C)	5.2 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	4.0 in
September	69°F (21°C)	4.1 in
October	58°F (14°C)	3.4 in	Driest
November	48°F (9°C)	4.8 in
December	40°F (4°C)	5.4 in

Cookeville has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 37°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and October the driest (3.4").

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Cookeville is located in Putnam County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 35.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% above the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 14.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.1% of the vote, a 47.4-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 15 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 254 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%

D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18
Traffic Accidents	522
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.4%
	5% above US avg
High School+	88.0%
Graduate Degree+	14.1%
School Test Score	5.40

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	994/sq mi
Total Area	35.8 sq mi
County	Putnam County County

Services

Broadband Access	86.0%
Avg Download Speed	122.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	19.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	15
Alt Fuel Stations	15
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	254
Restaurants	225
Retail Stores	352

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.2 min
Drive Alone	78.1%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	7.6%

Average costs for common services in Cookeville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$230 ($138–$368)
Specialist Visit	$322 ($184–$505)
Urgent Care Visit	$184 ($92–$322)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,022 ($735–$4,595)
Dental Cleaning	$119 ($69–$184)
Dental Filling	$230 ($138–$368)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$41 ($23–$69)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$69 ($46–$110)
Brake Pad Replacement	$276 ($138–$460)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($18–$69)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$551 ($368–$919)
Battery Replacement	$184 ($92–$322)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$92 ($55–$138)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$83 ($46–$129)
HVAC Repair	$368 ($138–$735)
HVAC System Install	$6,433 ($3,676–$11,028)
Roof Repair	$919 ($368–$1,838)
Roof Replacement	$8,271 ($5,055–$13,785)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,379 ($460–$3,217)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,785 ($4,595–$27,570)
DUI Defense	$4,595 ($1,838–$9,190)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,379 ($735–$2,757)
Will Preparation	$460 ($184–$919)
Trust Preparation	$2,298 ($919–$4,595)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$92)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$138 ($69–$230)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour)	$74 ($46–$119)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.77 ($2.76–$5.05)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.22 ($2.30–$4.60)
Loaf of Bread	$3.49 ($2.30–$5.05)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.14 ($2.76–$5.97)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.05 ($3.68–$6.89)
Rice (per lb)	$0.92 ($0.55–$1.65)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$129 ($74–$230)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$64 ($28–$138)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$64 ($37–$110)
Internet (Monthly)	$64 ($37–$92)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$60 ($28–$92)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$78 ($46–$138)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$184 ($69–$460)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,838 ($1,103–$3,217)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$64 ($28–$119)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.35–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$92 ($28–$230)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$69)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,103 ($551–$2,298)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$919 ($460–$1,838)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$368 ($184–$643)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$46 ($23–$92)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$919 ($368–$2,298)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,488 ($4,595–$27,570)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$55 ($28–$92)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$92 ($46–$184)
Dog Grooming	$55 ($28–$92)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($18–$69)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$276 ($138–$460)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$184 ($92–$368)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$917
Toddler	$634
Preschool	$634
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$555
Preschool	$555

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Putnam County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	5,444	368	$35,853	1.37
Manufacturing	5,151	135	$64,900	1.58
Accommodation & Food Services	4,726	228	$21,359	1.31
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,124	391	$47,927	0.73
Transportation & Warehousing	1,903	70	$57,154	1.13
Administrative & Waste Services	1,705	96	$36,670	0.73
Finance & Insurance	1,299	150	$70,026	0.81
Wholesale Trade	1,278	141	$69,232	0.82
Professional & Technical Services	1,070	277	$64,025	0.39
Other Services	892	166	$42,519	0.75
Real Estate	330	88	$53,422	0.54
Educational Services	188	22	$34,559	0.23
Arts & Entertainment	157	28	$27,155	0.24
Management of Companies	103	12	$95,744	0.15
Utilities	49	4	$96,172	0.32

Colleges & Universities in Cookeville

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Tennessee Technological University	Public · Graduate	10,903	83.2%	$10,084	$20,116
Genesis Career College-Cookeville	Private For-Profit · Certificate	468	—	—	—
Fortis Institute-Cookeville	Private For-Profit · Associate	452	—	$14,644	$14,644
Mr Wayne's School of Unisex Hair Design	Private For-Profit · Certificate	31	—	—	—

Hospitals in Cookeville

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
COOKEVILLE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(931) 783-2000

Schools in Cookeville

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Cookeville High School	High	2,199	123	17.9:1
Prescott South Middle School	Middle	812	53	15.3:1
Algood Middle School	Middle	757	44	17.2:1
Avery Trace Middle School	Middle	720	45	16.0:1
Prescott South Elementary	Elementary	558	32	17.4:1
Capshaw Elementary	Elementary	521	29	18.0:1
Park View Elementary	Elementary	439	31	14.2:1
Cane Creek Elementary	Elementary	437	28	15.6:1
Northeast Elementary	Elementary	435	29	15.0:1
Jere Whitson Elementary	Elementary	327	24	13.6:1
Putnam County VITAL	Other	301	12	25.1:1
Sycamore Elementary	Elementary	298	24	12.4:1
Dodson Branch Elementary	Elementary	281	21	13.4:1
Putnam Co Adult High School	High	43	0	—
T T U Child Development Lab	—	20	2	10.0:1

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Radio Stations near Cookeville

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Cookeville

16 campgrounds found near Cookeville.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
LILLYDALE CAMPGROUND AND DAY USE	4.7/5	113	$18–$50
RAGLAND BOTTOM	4.7/5	55	$24–$50
DALE HOLLOW DAMSITE	4.6/5	77	$32–$75
DEFEATED CREEK PARK	4.6/5	151	$25–$100
WILLOW GROVE CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	82	$22–$46
LONG BRANCH	4.5/5	56	$30–$50
OBEY RIVER PARK	4.5/5	124	$22–$50
SALT LICK CREEK	4.5/5	145	$20–$50
FLOATING MILL PARK	4.2/5	99	$24–$50
PLEASANT GROVE RECREATION AREA	4.0/5	1	$30
DALE HOLLOW LAKE - PRIMITIVE CAMPING	3.9/5	37	$5
Center Hill Lake Primitive Camping Areas	3.4/5	21	$8
TAILWATER REC AREA	3.0/5	1	$50
HURRICANE BRIDGE	—	1	$50
ROARING RIVER PARK	—	1	$50
WARTRACE CK REC AREA	—	1	$50

National Parks Near Cookeville

34 national parks and monuments found near Cookeville.

Park	Type	Fee
Alvin C York	State Park	Free
Barren River Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area	National River & Recreation Area	Free
Bledsoe Creek	State Park	Free
Burgess Falls	State Park	Free
Cedars Of Lebanon	State Park	Free
Cedars Of Lebanon State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Cordell Hull	State Park	Free
Cumberland Mountain	State Park	Free
Cumberland Trail	State Park	Free
Cumberland Trail (Calvert Addition)	State Park	Free
Cummins Falls	State Park	Free
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Edgar Evins	State Park	Free
Fall Creek Falls	State Park	Free
Frozen Head	State Park	Free
General Burnside Island State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison Bay	State Park	Free
Harrison Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee	State Park	Free
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Long Hunter	State Park	Free
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument	National Monument	Free
Obed Wild & Scenic River	Wild & Scenic River	Free
Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Old Stone Fort	State Park	Free
Pickett	State Park	Free
Rock Island	State Park	Free
South Cumberland	State Park	Free
South Cumberland (Anderson Point Addition)	State Park	Free
Standing Stone	State Park	Free
Stones River National Battlefield	National Battlefield	Free
Tims Ford	State Park	Free
Tims Ford State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Cookeville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
COOKEVILLE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		9315203866	$71,101
OVERTON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9314030909	$4,454
BON AIR MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	9479 CROSSVILLE HWY	9319356463
COOKEVILLE DEPOT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	116 WEST BROAD STREET	9315288570
COOKEVILLE HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	40 EAST BROAD STREET	9315205455
GERALD D. COORTS MEMORIAL ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9317323288
KIWANIS COOKEVILLE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	36 WEST 2ND STREET	9319797529
MONTEREY DEPOT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	ONE EAST DEPOT ST	9318392111
OVERTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHITE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL- HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Cookeville

Name	Address	Annual Visits
PUTNAM COUNTY LIBRARY	50 EAST BROAD STREET	378,052
WHITE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	11 N. CHURCH STREET	128,180
MILLARD OAKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY	107 EAST MAIN STREET	48,579
CHARLES RALPH HOLLAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY	205 WEST HULL AVENUE	20,727

Farmers Markets in Cookeville

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cookeville Farmers Market	Downtown Center
White County Farmers Market	Metcalf Park				Visit

Nursing Homes in Cookeville

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
NHC HEALTHCARE, COOKEVILLE 815 SOUTH WALNUT AVENUE	For profit - Corporation	94	87	4/5	—	3/5	5/5	9315285516
BETHESDA HEALTH CARE CENTER 444 ONE ELEVEN PLACE	For profit - Corporation	120	105	2/5	—	3/5	1/5	9315256655
SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE OF PUTNAM COUNTY 278 DRY VALLEY RD	For profit - Corporation	175	148	2/5	—	2/5	5/5	9315376524

Pharmacies in Cookeville

17 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ALGOOD DRUGS	606 WEST MAIN STREET	931-537-3211
COOKEVILLE MEDPLUS PHARMACY	315 NORTH WASHINGTON AVENUE	931-528-4634
CVS - 2198	1078 EAST 10TH STREET	931-372-7425
CVS - 6434	495 SOUTH WILLOW AVENUE	931-526-9723
GENOA HEALTHCARE	1200 SOUTH WILLOW AVENUE	931-432-0890
INFINITY PHARMACY	1080 NEAL STREET	931-520-1001
JEFFERSON AVENUE PHARMACY	109 SOUTH JEFFERSON AVENUE	931-526-8180
KMART	560 SOUTH JEFFERSON AVENUE	931-526-2011
KROGER	445 SOUTH JEFFERSON AVENUE	931-528-8011
PEGASUS EXPRESS PHARMACY SERVICES	621 EAST 15TH STREET	877-528-0070
RITE AID - 11911	138 SOUTH WILLOW AVENUE	931-528-1565
SMITH PHARMACY	100 WEST 3RD STREET	931-526-4612
SUPER D DRUGS	1028 NORTH WASHINGTON AVENUE	931-526-9786
UPPER CUMBERLAND REGIONAL HEALTH OFFICE PHARMACY	200 WEST 10TH STREET	931-646-7551
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 5175	589 WEST MAIN STREET	931-537-3850
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 657	768 SOUTH JEFFERSON AVENUE	931-526-7143
WALGREENS - 5474	500 SOUTH WILLOW AVENUE	931-525-6240

EV Charging Stations in Cookeville

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Jackson Plaza - Tesla Supercharger	377 West Jackson Street	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Sam's Club 4930 (Cookeville, TN)	1177 Sams Street	Electrify America		4	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
1265 Interstate Dr (US-54G-8LP-1A)	1265 Interstate Dr	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
1265 Interstate Dr (US-54G-8LP-1B)	1265 Interstate Dr	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
1265 Interstate Dr (US-54G-8LP-1C)	1265 Interstate Dr	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
1265 Interstate Dr (US-54G-8LP-2A)	1265 Interstate Dr	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
1265 Interstate Dr (US-54G-8LP-2B)	1265 Interstate Dr	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
1265 Interstate Dr (US-54G-8LP-2C)	1265 Interstate Dr	RIVIAN_ADVENTURE		1	J1772COMBO	public
7SPC TTU DC FAST 1	320 University Drive	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
1265 Interstate Dr (US-ZKV-CG2-1)	1265 Interstate Dr	RIVIAN_WAYPOINTS	1		J1772	public
1265 Interstate Dr (US-ZKV-CG2-2)	1265 Interstate Dr	RIVIAN_WAYPOINTS	1		J1772	public
390 Cummins Falls Ln (US-XW6-45Y-1)	390 Cummins Falls Ln	RIVIAN_WAYPOINTS	1		J1772	public
390 Cummins Falls Ln (US-XW6-45Y-2)	390 Cummins Falls Ln	RIVIAN_WAYPOINTS	1		J1772	public
Cookeville Nissan	501 Neal St	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private
Cookeville Nissan	501 Neal St	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Home2 Suites	970 S Jefferson Ave	CHARGELAB	4		J1772	public
La Quinta Inn & Suites Cookeville - Tesla Destination	1131 S Jefferson Ave	Tesla Destination	3		J1772 TESLA	public
TownePlace Suites by Marriott	1250 Sams Street	Blink Network	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Cookeville

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
162 Price's Switch Road	TOWER	121
162 Price's Switch Road	TOWER	121
2199 TIMOTHY DRIVE	TOWER	73
2199 TIMOTHY DRIVE	TOWER	73

Fire Stations in Cookeville

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Cookeville Fire Department	45 E Broad ST	Career	931-520-5255
Dodson Branch Volunteer Fire Department	135 Zion RD	Volunteer	931-268-3514
Putnam County Fire Department	270 Carlen Drive	Volunteer	931-528-1200

Bridges in Cookeville

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1960	198	56,102	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1960	198	56,102	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1960	96	53,413	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1976	160	22,753	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1976	160	22,753	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2003	183	21,322	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	335	19,858	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	335	19,858	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	219	19,423	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	219	19,423	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1971	34	15,656	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	225	13,414	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	225	13,414	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	183	13,414	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	183	13,414	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2003	183	13,243	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2001	30	11,403	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1991	38	10,215	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1984	246	9,195	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1984	31	8,857	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1936	105	7,206	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	33	4,930	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	250	4,058	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1960	153	3,953	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1960	175	3,953	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	30	3,731	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2018	166	3,523	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1984	23	2,955	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2000	284	2,845	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	24	2,827	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2001	44	2,757	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1988	256	2,687	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1942	172	2,090	P
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2020	220	2,090	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1960	27	1,693	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1962	22	1,693	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1980	22	1,286	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1963	219	1,277	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2011	25	1,054	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1960	154	847	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1960	158	847	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1989	140	780	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1956	32	520	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1952	33	520	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1987	38	460	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1987	235	460	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	36	370	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1978	46	360	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1970	27	270	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1985	105	170	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1986	244	170	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1984	56	160	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2002	30	100	G
Slab	Concrete	1973	31	90	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1994	27	90	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1984	50	70	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1992	75	60	F

Correctional Facilities in Cookeville

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
PUTNAM COUNTY JAIL	421 EAST SPRING STREET	COUNTY	372	252	OPEN
PUTNAM COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	25 NORTH WASHINGTON AVENUE	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN

Airports Near Cookeville

36 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Crossville Memorial Airport Whitson Field	CSV	Medium Airport
Adair Airport	—	Small Airport
Austin Field	—	Small Airport
Basham Field	—	Small Airport
Bearhawks Den Airport	—	Small Airport
Bellwood Field	—	Small Airport
Buck Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Carey Airport	—	Small Airport
Creek Side Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Denney Airport	—	Small Airport
Disney Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Eubank Field	—	Small Airport
Freedom Field	—	Small Airport
Hogue Airport	—	Small Airport
Holder Field	—	Small Airport
Jackson County Airport	—	Small Airport
Jamestown Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Lafayette Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Livingston Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Magic Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Mark Anton Airport	—	Small Airport
One Grand Field	—	Small Airport
Piney Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Pops Landing	—	Small Airport
River Runway Airport	—	Small Airport
Roseanne Airport	—	Small Airport
Schiff Airport	—	Small Airport
Skyfall Airport	—	Small Airport
Smithville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Soggy Bottom Airport	—	Small Airport
Spring Creek Airpark	—	Small Airport
Stonewall Airpark	—	Small Airport
Tompkinsville Monroe County Airport	—	Small Airport
Upper Cumberland Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Warren County Memorial Airport	RNC	Small Airport
Wayne County Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Cookeville

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Cookeville Police
Cookeville Police Department	1019 Neal Street
Jackson County Sheriff's Department	620 Hospital Drive
Putnam County Sheriff
Sparta Police Department
Tennessee Highway Patrol
Tennessee Tech Police

Grocery Stores in Cookeville

53 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Airport Marathon 11	Convenience Store	6950 Roberts Matthews Hwy
ALDI 71026 71026	Supermarket	442 S Jefferson Ave
BreadBox 3483	Convenience Store	931 E 10th St
BreadBox 3484	Convenience Store	1175 South Willow Ave
Bubba Gandy Seafood And Cajun Market	Specialty Store	370 S Lowe Ave
Cash & Carry	Grocery Store	681 S Willow Ave
Circle K 4703700	Convenience Store	1300 E Spring St
Citgo 101	Convenience Store	660 N Willow Ave
Colonial Foodmart	Convenience Store	2202 Burgess Falls Rd
Cookeville Express Way	Convenience Store	1388 W Broad St
CVS PHARMACY 6434	Other	495 S Willow Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 11157	Other	1999 Burgess Falls Rd
Dollar General 12850	Other	7020 Roberts Matthews Hwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 14082	Other	1781 S Jefferson Ave
Dollar General 16175	Other	1742 E Spring St
Dollar General 18305	Other	1705 Gainesboro Grade
Dollar General 23912	Other	1493 W Broad St
DOLLAR GENERAL 8849	Other	403 W Broad St
DOLLAR GENERAL 8940	Other	878 W Jackson St
Dollar General Market 9825	Super Store	185 S Jefferson Ave
Dollar Tree 326	Other	508 S Willow Ave
East Spring Gulf 13	Convenience Store	1260 E Spring St
El Milagro Market	Grocery Store	715 W Spring St
Evolve C-store	Convenience Store	1761 S Jefferson Ave
Fil-am Asian Store	Grocery Store	560 S Jefferson Ave
FOOD LION 0995	Supermarket	1245 E Spring St
Food Lion 2149	Supermarket	377 W Jackson St
Hometown IGA 42	Supermarket	1010 N Washington Ave
HOUCHENS SAVE-A-LOT 156	Supermarket	116 S Willow Ave
Jackson Mart Of Cookeville	Convenience Store	215 W Jackson St
Kash Stop 8	Convenience Store	98 S Willow Ave
KROGER CO #00893-A 893	Super Store	445 S Jefferson Ave
Little Creek Produce NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	3500 Gainesboro Grade
MAPCO Express Inc. 7460	Convenience Store	10 N Willow Ave
Mike's Market	Convenience Store	2096 E Spring St
Minit Mart 4470	Convenience Store	1110 S Jefferson Ave
Murphy USA 7008	Convenience Store	780 S Jefferson Ave
On The Way West Jackson	Convenience Store	859 W Jackson St
Papa Murphy's Pizza TN018	Specialty Store	770 S Jefferson Ave
Pilot Travel Center 265	Convenience Store	1111 S Jefferson Rt 9
Publix 1634	Supermarket	1265 Interstate Dr
Sam's Club 4930	Super Store	1177 Sams St
Smokes & Beverages	Convenience Store	2305 Dodson Branch Rd
Speed Mart Of Cookeville	Convenience Store	711 E 10th St
Sunoco	Convenience Store	1101 S Willow Ave
T Mart 205 1	Convenience Store	1009 N Washington Ave
T-MART	Convenience Store	1205 N Willow Ave
Tienda Coataneca 1	Grocery Store	975 Shipley Rd
Tienda Los Angeles Grocery	Grocery Store	1979 N Washington Ave
Tigermarket 208 208	Convenience Store	1040 S Jefferson Ave
Walgreen 11969	Other	950 N Washington Ave
WALGREEN 5474	Other	500 S Willow Ave
Walmart 657	Super Store	768 S Jefferson Ave

Post Offices in Cookeville

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Broad Street Post Office

Treatment Centers in Cookeville

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Cumberland Heights - Outpatient Services of Cookeville	Substance Abuse	615-343-4300
Generations Mental Health Center - Cookeville	Both	931-528-8593
Health Connect America	Both	931-837-6042
Livingston Regional Hospital	Both	931-403-2167
Omni Community Health - Cookeville	Mental Health	931-528-0051 x6214
Saint Thomas Highlands Medical Center - Saint Thomas Behavioral Health	Mental Health	931-738-4115
Spero Health	Substance Abuse	931-303-0889
Volunteer Behavioral Health - Cookeville Campus	Both	931-432-4123
Volunteer Behavioral Health - Livingston Campus	Both	931-823-5678

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cookeville

65 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
2SECONDS ORG	1590 E SPRING ST STE A
ALGOOD CHRISTIAN BROADCASTING INC	1385 THORN GAP RD
ALGOOD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	135 W MAIN ST
ASSEMBLIES OF CHRIST CHURCH	178 CIRCLE DR
BEND INC	575 S JEFFERSON AVE STE B
CALVARY INDEPENDENT BAPTIST CHURCH OF COOKEVILLE TENNESSEE	950 OLD KENTUCKY RD
CATHOLIC SOCIAL CLUB OF PUTNAM COUNTY	421 N WASHINGTON AVE
CENTRAL CITY CHURCH	400 DUBOIS RD
CHANGING AND TOUCHING LIVES FOR CHRIST MINISTRIES	PO BOX 49623
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 364
CHURCH OF CHRIST	521 S JEFFERSON AVE
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY	1582 S JEFFERSON AVE
CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD OUTREACH CENTER	1117 N MAPLE AVE
CHURCH ON THE HILL - VINEYARD INC	3001 PHILLIPS CEMETERY RD
CHURCHES PLANTING CHURCHES NETWORK	1200 MIRACLE RD
COLLEGESIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST	PO BOX 509
COOKEVILLE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	360 S OLD KENTUCKY RD
COOKEVILLE FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	1223 FISK RD
COOKEVILLE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FOUNDATION INC	165 E BROAD ST
COOKEVILLE FREEWILL BAPTIST CHURCH	833 S WILLOW AVE
CORE MENS MINISTRIES	1636 BROOKDALE AVE
EASTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH OF TENNESSEE	1225 EASTWOOD DR
ENGRAFTED WORD CHURCH INC	5 W BROAD ST
EXPERIENCE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 2
FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF OVERTON COUNTY	ROUTE 7 BOX 337-A
FAITH FAMILY CHURCH UPPER CUMBERLAND	719 S JEFFERSON AVE
FAITH FELLOWSHIP FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH INC	2133 FIESTA DR
FC MISSIONS	2812 OAK PARK DR
FELLOWSHIP OF THE SAINTS MINISTRY INC	PO BOX 3365
FRIENDSHIP CHURCH OF GOD	2990 MINE LICK CREEK RD
FUNDEASY FOUNDATION	2933 CHESTER KING RD
GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	2226 BURTON BRANCH RD
GUJARATI ASSOCIATION OF THE UPPER CUMBERLAND	1100 S JEFFERSON AVE
HARDYS CHAPEL VOLUNTEER FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE INC	2275 STANDING STONE HWY
HEAVENLY HOST LUTHERAN CHURCH	777 S WILLOW AVE
HOPE CHURCH OF THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD	205 W WALL ST
I AM WORSHIP CHURCH	4483 COOKEVILLE HWY
IGLESIA EVANGELICA ROCA DE SALVACION	2001 FISK RD
IMPACT GLOBAL INC	5500 WALKER MOUNTAIN RD
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC	560 PLEASANT HILL DR
KINGDOM COMMUNITY CHURCH	2751 PREAKNESS DR
LIFE CHURCH	2223 N WASHINGTON AVE
LIVELY HOPE MINISTRIES	PO BOX 1427
LPR FOUNDATION	PO BOX 939
MANNA GLOBAL MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1291
NEHEMIAH HOUSE	1300 BARLOW DR
NEW BEGINNING ASSEMBLY OF GOD	2193 W BROAD ST
NEW BEGINNING FELLOWSHIP CHURCH INC	775 W CEMETERY RD
NEW LIFE COMMUNITY INC	4351 SOMERSET DR
NORTHEAST CHURCH OF CHRIST OF PUTNAM COUNTY INCORPORATED	1445 E 10TH ST
ONE NAME	343 FOUTCH DR
PARTNERS IN MISSIONS INTERNATIONAL	6365 HILHAM RD
PILGRIM BAPTIST	170 4TH AVE
PRAY AT 4 COM	513 CORA RD
PRESBYTERIAN CAMPUS MINISTRY COUNCIL OF COOKEVILLE TENNESSEE	20 N DIXIE AVE
REFORMED ONLINE OUTREACH MINISTRIES INC	144 BIG SPRINGS CIR
RESTORATION OF HOPE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER INCORPORATED	136 E SPRING ST
RISING ABOVE MINISTRIES	PO BOX 222
SHANE WARREN MINISTRIES INC	783 COVEVIEW CIR
SOCIETY FOR CHILDRENS SPIRITUALITY CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVES	2010 SLIM BRAY RD
SPIRIT OF CALEB MINISTRIES	458 FREEZE ST
TENNESSEE BIBLE COLLEGE INCORPORATED	PO BOX 865
THREE CORD FOUNDATION	1844 FOREMAN DR
UPPER CUMBERLAND ISLAMIC SOCIETY	323 N WALNUT AVE
WALK TO GRACE OF THE CUMBERLANDS	1654 SPRINGBORO RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cookeville

What is the population of Cookeville?

Cookeville has a population of 35,544 residents and is located in Tennessee. The population density is 994 people per square mile, spread across 35.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Cookeville expensive to live in?

Cookeville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 91.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $48,501, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $263,800 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Cookeville safe?

Cookeville is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 352 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,046 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cookeville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cookeville?

Cookeville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.0 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Cookeville?

The job market in Cookeville is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $968. There are 2,565 business establishments in the area, including 225 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 7.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cookeville?

The median home value in Cookeville is $263,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,119. For renters, the median monthly rent is $885. Fair market rent is $924 for a 1-bedroom and $1,118 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 41.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,811.

How are the schools in Cookeville?

Schools in Cookeville score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 35.4% of adults in Cookeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 14.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cookeville?

The obesity rate in Cookeville is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.0% of adults are smokers. 26.1% are physically inactive. 29.1% of residents report depression. 13.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 54.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,503.

What is transportation like in Cookeville?

The average commute in Cookeville is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cookeville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cookeville is 83.9% White, 3.8% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 90.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.4% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 88.5% have health insurance coverage.

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