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Dayton, TN

Tennessee · Bledsoe County

Dayton is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 7,191. Residents earn $56,692 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,191 Population 846/sq mi density
$56,692 Median Income $25,846 per capita
$152,200 Home Value $256,924 Zillow
$807 Median Rent 24.7% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
270 Violent Crime/100K 2,659 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,692 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,200 home value, $807/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
270 violent crimes/100K (29% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,692
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,200
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 270/100K
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $807
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,191
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density846/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,692
Per Capita$25,846
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$362M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,200
Rent$807
Ownership51.6%
Zillow$256,924
Housing Units3,016
Rent Burden24.7%

Crime

F
Violent270/100K
Property2,659/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault243/100K
Burglary459/100K

Health

Obesity43.0%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking22.3%
Depression31.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.1 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation688 ft (210 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score4.60

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.9%
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is Dayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dayton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dayton is $56,692, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dayton is $152,200, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dayton is below the national average at 270 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,659 per 100,000, 36% above the national average.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dayton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dayton has a population of 7,191 with a density of 846 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (80.2%), with 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.2% of residents, while 8.8% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,191
Total Population
846
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish 8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dayton is $56,692, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,846 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $940, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 189 business establishments, including 13 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). 6.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,692
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,846
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$50,279
Gini Index0.447 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)189
County GDP$362M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare17
Retail21
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,988
43% below US avg
Cost of Living91.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dayton is $152,200, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,924, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $807 (31% 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. 51.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,016 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. The average annual property tax is $1,988 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 24.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$256,924
Median List Price$324,850

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$324,850
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops27.6%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$807
31% below US avg
Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership51.6%
Owner-Occupied51.6%
Renter-Occupied48.4%
Housing Units3,016
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,988
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Dayton, 43.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 38.5% have high blood pressure. 22.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.9% report binge drinking. 30.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 31.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.2% experience frequent mental distress. 15.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,617. The dentist ratio is 1:7,399. 28.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression31.0%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep42.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Primary Care1:7,617
Dentists1:7,399
Mental Health1:3,012
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits50.4%
Premature Death9,902/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access28.9%
Healthcare Facilities17
Dayton has a violent crime rate of 270 per 100,000 residents, 29% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 243.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 27.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,659 per 100,000, 36% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,106, burglary at 459, vehicle theft at 94 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Dayton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent270.0/100K
29% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape27.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault243.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,659.3/100K
36% above US avg
Burglary459.0/100K
Theft2,105.8/100K
Vehicle Theft94.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents37
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Dayton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 302 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 63.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 688 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation688 ft (210 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density846/sq mi
Coordinates35.4954°N, 85.0087°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBledsoe County County
Nearest AirportMc Ghee Tyson (TYS)
61 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.1"
66% above US avg
Snowfall 4.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.34"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.50"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score24.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability73.4 / 100
Community Resilience4.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

182 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 125 km
May 10, 2025 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee M4.1 93 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 141 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 137 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 79 km
Jun 17, 1998 9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee M3.6 75 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 63 km
Jun 19, 2007 10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee M3.5 46 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 145 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 50 km
Aug 31, 2009 2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee M3.3 86 km
Apr 20, 2010 4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee M3.3 95 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 10 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 82 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 16 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 56 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 143 km
Mar 7, 2001 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 16 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 73 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

356 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 120 fatalities, 1,486 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 3, 2020 EF4 96 km 19
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 71 km 20
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 41 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 87 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 78 km 10
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 84 km 7
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 88 km 4
May 2, 1953 EF4 21 km 4
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 66 km 2
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 50 km 2
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 43 km 0
Mar 23, 2011 EF3 73 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 46 km 4
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 70 km 7
Mar 29, 1997 EF3 40 km 0
Mar 29, 1997 EF3 57 km 0
May 18, 1995 EF3 38 km 0
Apr 15, 1994 EF3 20 km 1
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 47 km 0
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 65 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROUGH RIDGE (27,610 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 ROUGH RIDGE 27,610 75 km
1987 UNNAMED 11,663 99 km
2024 RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE 8,324 83 km
2016 MAPLE SPRINGS 7,696 98 km
2000 UNNAMED 5,371 95 km
2024 RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE 5,154 80 km
2003 UNNAMED 4,675 53 km
2001 UNNAMED 4,635 99 km
2024 RX - O63 CHESTNUT MTN 4,570 66 km
2013 BEAVER DAM 4,336 85 km
2001 UNNAMED 4,213 49 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,888 80 km
2021 DUTCH CREEK 3,845 64 km
2019 COW CAMP 3,786 86 km
2000 UNNAMED 3,539 44 km
2016 WHITE OAK CIRCLE 3,182 90 km
2019 JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX 3,120 94 km
2016 SR116-DEVONIA 3,077 88 km
2010 COW CAMP-A 2,953 85 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,933 55 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 4.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in Driest
November 49°F (9°C) 4.9 in
December 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in

Dayton has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and October the driest (3.5").

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Dayton is located in Bledsoe County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 20.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 84.9% of the vote, a 70.5-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 17 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14.4%

Winner: Republican by 70.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents37
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score4.60
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density846/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi
CountyBledsoe County County

Services

Broadband Access90.9%
Avg Download Speed99.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed75.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants13
Retail Stores21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%
Average costs for common services in Dayton. 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)
View all 18 services

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$567
Toddler$476
Preschool$476
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$393
Toddler$422
Preschool$422
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Bledsoe County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 169 18 $21,484 0.78
Retail Trade 168 22 $22,643 0.70
Construction 150 22 $52,335 1.19
Health Care & Social Assistance 94 21 $36,006 0.27
Information & Technology 88 5 $85,932 1.96
Finance & Insurance 55 9 $56,949 0.57
Manufacturing 50 6 $44,837 0.25
Wholesale Trade 48 10 $53,449 0.51
Administrative & Waste Services 40 11 $53,082 0.28
Professional & Technical Services 39 18 $73,553 0.23
Real Estate 31 5 $46,190 0.83
Other Services 25 8 $37,916 0.35
Unclassified 1 1 $4,420 0.30

Colleges & Universities in Dayton

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Bryan College-Dayton Private Non-Profit · Graduate 2,596 $18,900 $18,900
Omega Graduate School Private Non-Profit · Graduate 89

Hospitals in Dayton

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
RHEA MEDICAL CENTER Critical Access Hospitals 3/5 Yes (423) 775-1121

Schools in Dayton

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rhea County High School High 1,500 86 17.4:1
Dayton City Elementary Elementary 848 52 16.3:1
Rhea Central Elementary Elementary 607 51 11.9:1
Rhea Middle School Middle 556 36 15.4:1
Frazier Elementary Elementary 336 23 14.6:1
Graysville Elementary School Elementary 229 18 12.7:1
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Radio Stations near Dayton

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
98.3 Nash Icon country AAC+ 48 kbps
95.5 Nash Icon country FLV
94.3 Nash Icon country AAC+ 48 kbps
NewsRadio 1150 WGOW news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Classical 90.5 WSMC AAC 128 kbps
Unified Arts Radio MP3 192 kbps
93.3 FM WXRH classic country MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Dayton

5 campgrounds found near Dayton.

NameRatingSitesPrice
QUINN SPRINGS PAVILION 5.0/5 1 $30
CHILHOWEE GROUP CAMP 4.7/5 1 $50
CHILHOWEE CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 59 $12–$30
PARKSVILLE LAKE RV CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 16 $20–$40
Lost Corral Horse Camp 1 Free

National Parks Near Dayton

32 national parks and monuments found near Dayton.

ParkTypeFee
Amicalola Falls State Park State Park Free
Booker T Washington State Park Free
Booker T. Washington State Park State Park Free
Burgess Falls State Park Free
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park National Military Park $10
Cloudland Canyon State Park State Park Free
Cove Lake 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
Desoto State Park State Park Free
DeSoto State Park State Park Free
Edgar Evins State Park Free
Fall Creek Falls State Park Free
Fort Loudon State Park Free
Fort Mountain State Park State Park Free
Frozen Head State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park State Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Indian Springs State Park State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park State Park Free
Obed Wild & Scenic River Wild & Scenic River Free
Red Clay State Park Free
Rock Island State Park Free
Russell Cave National Monument National Monument Free
South Cumberland State Park Free
South Cumberland (Anderson Point Addition) State Park Free
Standing Stone State Park Free

Trails Near Dayton

34 trails found near Dayton.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SYLCO LOOP 11.5
COFFEE BRANCH TRAIL 7.3
BIG FROG MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL 5.4
GRASSY GAP 4.9
STARR MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL 4.9
CLEAR CREEK TRAIL 4.6
HEMPTOP 4.4
CLEMMER BIKE TRAIL 4.2
BIG CREEK HIKING TRAIL 3.9
OSWALD DOME TRAIL 3.8
BLUE RIDGE DIVIDE TRAIL 2.6
CANEY CREEK TRAIL 2.6
YELLOW STAND LEAD 2.3
WOLF RIDGE 2.3
LAUREL LOOP 1.8
CLEMMER SPUR 1.7
SCENIC SPUR TRAIL 1.6
AZALEA HIKING TRAIL 1.6
SLICKROCK LOOP BIKE TRAIL 1.6
BENTON FALLS HIKING TRAILS 1.5
NAKED WIDOW LOOP 1.3
FISHERMAN'S TRAIL 1.2
GEE CREEK HIKING TRAIL 1.2
RIM ROCK TRAIL 0.9
ARBUTUS HIKING TRAIL 0.7
GAZEBO 0.5
MCKAMY LAKE TRAIL 0.5
RIM ROCK SPUR 0.5
ELDERBERRY 0.5
CHILHOWEE FOREST WALK 0.4
BEACH 0.4
LOWERY FALLS 0.3
RED LEAF 0.3
ELDERBERRY SPUR 0.1

Museums in Dayton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BLEDSOE COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4234472817
CHARLESTON CALHOUN TENNESSEE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CUMMINGSTOWN MEMORIAL MUSEUM AND PARKGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 341
MEIGS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION4233344424
MEIGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION200 SMITH AVE4233344424
SPRING CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM DEPOT FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION390 FRONT ST4233655210

Libraries in Dayton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CLYDE W. RODDY PUBLIC LIBRARY371 FIRST AVENUE0.074,139
AUDREY PACK MEMORIAL LIBRARY169 WEST RHEA AVENUE0.020,080
MEIGS-DECATUR PUBLIC LIBRARY120 MEMORIAL DRIVE0.014,949
BLEDSOE COUNTY LIBRARY478 CUMBERLAND AVENUE0.013,850
GRAYSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY151 MILL STREET0.01,492

Farmers Markets in Dayton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dayton Farmers MarketWashington Street04/01/2016 to 10/01/2016Mon: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Tue: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Wed: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 7:00 AM-5:0

Hotels in Dayton

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sleep Inn & Suites

Restaurants in Dayton

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrabelle's
Dayton Coffee Shop
Huddle House
Jacob Myers Restaurant on the River
MoMo's Bar BQ
Pizza Hut
Screen Door Cafe
Vietnamese Bistro
Waffle House

Cafes in Dayton

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harmony House Coffee
Scooter's Coffee

Monuments in Dayton

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centinnial Park Water Fountain Monument
Clarence Darrow
William Jennings Bryan

Veterinaries in Dayton

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rhea Pet Medical Center

Gas Stations in Dayton

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

76
BP
BP
Exxon
Food City Gas
Hi-Tech Fuel
Lovely Market Gas Station
Pro Muffler & Brakes (Gas Station)
Rocky Top Mart
Shell

Banks in Dayton

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Community National Bank
First Bank
First Bank of Tennessee
Regions Bank
SouthEast Bank

Nursing Homes in Dayton

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
LIFE CARE CENTER OF RHEA COUNTY
10055 RHEA COUNTY HIGHWAY
For profit - Corporation 89 74 2/5 3/5 1/5 4238476777
LAURELBROOK SANITARIUM
114 CAMPUS DRIVE
Non profit - Church related 50 47 1/5 1/5 4237750771

Pharmacies in Dayton

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BI-LO - 324 420 MARKET STREET 423-775-5051
RITE AID - 11898 7941 RHEA COUNTY HIGHWAY 423-775-3500
STANS PHARMACY INCORPORATED 7787 RHEA COUNTY HIGHWAY 423-775-3030
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 619 3034 RHEA COUNTY HIGHWAY 423-775-0703
WALGREENS - 11634 7971 RHEA COUNTY HIGHWAY 423-775-2163

Cell Towers in Dayton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
900 Sluder RoadTOWER116
900 Sluder RoadTOWER116
ROUTE 1 BOX 72DLTOWER98
507 Porch Rock Rd. (77742)LTOWER96
1634 Rhea County HighwayGTOWER79
14644 Old Dayton Pike (63410)LTOWER78
191 Sawyer Hill RoadLTOWER77
334 Riddle StreetLTOWER67
1333 White Oak RdLTOWER61
ADJ TO LOOKOUT TWR ON CUMBERLAND ESCARPMENTTOWER60
ADJ TO LOOKOUT TWR ON CUMBERLAND ESCARPMENTTOWER60

Fire Stations in Dayton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Dayton Fire Department1169 Market STMostly volunteer423-775-8402
Laurelbrook Fire Department114 Campus DRVolunteer423-775-3336

Bridges in Dayton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete196031423,414F
Tee BeamConcrete196031423,414F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200714723,414G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200714823,414G
CulvertConcrete continuous19602121,072F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200316416,192F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200220016,192F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200220016,192F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200316416,192F
Tee BeamConcrete196014315,352F
Tee BeamConcrete196014315,352F
Tee BeamConcrete19401137,959F
Tee BeamConcrete19562726,443P
CulvertConcrete continuous2000585,873G
CulvertConcrete continuous1998335,793F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous19741355,170F
CulvertConcrete continuous1963404,944F
Tee BeamConcrete19331064,718G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19691394,449F
CulvertConcrete continuous1930234,120F
CulvertConcrete continuous1960493,927F
CulvertConcrete continuous1966343,674P
CulvertConcrete continuous1991672,909F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2003592,808F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1977672,310F
CulvertConcrete continuous1955472,280F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete19851511,373F
CulvertConcrete continuous1938211,290G
CulvertConcrete continuous1954221,228G
CulvertConcrete continuous1984501,210F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2003501,050G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous2006110872G
CulvertConcrete continuous200237692F
CulvertConcrete continuous193844692G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete200985670F
CulvertConcrete continuous199439648F
CulvertConcrete continuous199326600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1975163547F
CulvertConcrete198533547G
CulvertConcrete continuous194023542G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete199938510G
CulvertConcrete continuous197526465F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous2022322439G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous2022262439G
CulvertConcrete continuous199546330F
CulvertConcrete continuous199526210G
CulvertConcrete continuous198437140F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete200350130G
CulvertConcrete continuous200334130G
CulvertConcrete continuous198730100G

Correctional Facilities in Dayton

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
RHEA COUNTY JAIL444 2ND AVECOUNTY11087OPEN
RHEA COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER1169 MARKET STREETCOUNTY-999NOT AVAILABLE

Airports Near Dayton

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)CHAMedium Airport
Crossville Memorial Airport Whitson FieldCSVMedium Airport
Austin FieldSmall Airport
Big T AirportSmall Airport
Blue Bird FieldSmall Airport
Blue Ridge Skyport AirportSmall Airport
Browder AirportSmall Airport
Buck Creek Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Carey AirportSmall Airport
Chilhowee GliderportSmall Airport
Cleveland Regional JetportSmall Airport
Collegedale Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cox Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cub Haven AirportSmall Airport
Dallas Bay Sky Park AirportSmall Airport
Denney AirportSmall Airport
Dunlap AirparkSmall Airport
Flying G Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Happy Landings AirportSmall Airport
Hog Lot LandingSmall Airport
Hogue AirportSmall Airport
Indian Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Lookout Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Magic Valley AirportSmall Airport
Marion County Airport - Brown FieldAPTSmall Airport
Mark Anton AirportSmall Airport
Martin Campbell FieldSmall Airport
McMinn County AirportMMISmall Airport
Meadowlake AirportSmall Airport
Monroe County AirportSmall Airport
Mount Bakewell AirfieldSmall Airport
Natural Selection AirportSmall Airport
Oliver Springs Inc AirportSmall Airport
One Grand FieldSmall Airport
Petty Farms AirportSmall Airport
Pops LandingSmall Airport
Possum Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Pratermill Flight Park AirportSmall Airport
Providence LandingSmall Airport
R.M. Harris AirportSmall Airport
Rockwood Municipal AirportRKWSmall Airport
Rostex AirportSmall Airport
Schiff AirportSmall Airport
Tellico Plains Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Twin Forks AirportSmall Airport
Upper Cumberland Regional AirportSmall Airport
Vintage FieldSmall Airport
Warren FieldSmall Airport
West Wind AirparkSmall Airport
Will A Hildreth Farm AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Dayton

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Dayton Police Department
Meigs County Sherff's Office410 River Road
Rhea County Sherrif's Department

Grocery Stores in Dayton

23 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
B & E Convenience StoreConvenience Store531 Market St
Blackburn's Kountry KornerConvenience Store879 Blythe Ferry Rd
Circle K 4703622Convenience Store8994 Rhea County Hwy
Deli-MartConvenience Store14002 Rhea County Hwy
Dollar General 16416Other13585 Rhea County Hwy
Dollar General 20318Other2670 White Oak Rd
Dollar General 22632Other825 Delaware Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 4498Other4009 Rhea County Hwy Unit 101
DOLLAR GENERAL 48Other260 16th Ave
DOLLARTREE 9223Other7941 Rhea County Hwy
Family Dollar 13257Other13972 Rhea County Hwy
Family Dollar 390Other420 Market St
Food City 724Supermarket500 Able Dr
HOUCHENS SAVE -A- LOT 196Supermarket4285 RHEA CITY HWY
La Hacienda MarketGrocery Store260 16th Ave
Lovely MarketConvenience Store4025 Rhea County Hwy
Rocky Food MartConvenience Store6920 Old Washington Hwy
The Local Market 140Convenience Store106 3rd Ave
Tienda Valencia 2Grocery Store167 Cherry St
United Grocery Outlet 18Grocery Store4009 Rhea County Hwy
Walgreens 11634Other7971 Rhea County Hwy
We Care Food CooperativeFarmers and Markets1273 Dayton Mountain Hwy
Welcome MarketConvenience Store4537 Rhea County Hwy

Post Offices in Dayton

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
PostNet4155 Rhea County Highway
United States Postal Office

Treatment Centers in Dayton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Volunteer Behavioral Health - Dayton CampusBoth423-570-0077

DOL Wage Violations in Dayton

14 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $204,389 in back wages owed to 782 employees.

14
Violations
$204,389
Back Wages Owed
782
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
GOODMAN MANUFACTURING COMPANY LP [OSHA] 37321 Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing 1 $93,499 $326 287
Best Western 37321 1 $35,281 $5,880 6
Castrol Express Lube 37321 1 $20,226 $613 33
Pero Family Farms 37321 1 $15,763 $61 257
Anchor Commercial Development 37321 1 $10,122 $1,265 8
Pero Tennessee Farms 37321 1 $7,948 $68 117
Favorite Market, #105 37321 1 $6,074 $1,519 4
Linares Farm 37321 2 $4,752 $88 54
Mendiola Harvesting FLC 37321 1 $4,733 $2,367 2
RHEA COUNTY - ELECTION COMMISSION [OSHA] 37321 Legislative Bodies 1 $4,203 $841 5
Whitestone Logistics 37321 1 $730 $365 2
RHEA of Sunshine 37321 1 $600 $600 1
Edwin Gonzalez Sanchez 37321 1 $240 $60 4
Marisol Lozano 37321 1 $218 $109 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dayton

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
A NEW THING MINISTRIESPO BOX 750
ABOUNDING GRACE MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 1132
AMAZING GRACE MISSION-FAIR FELLOWSHIP-MAIL BOX CLUBPO BOX 289
BLAZING HOPE RANCH290 BACK VALLEY RD
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECYPO BOX 172
CITY CHURCH OF DAYTON375 MAIN ST
DAYTON FOURSQUARE CHURCH321 BROADWAY ST
ENCOUNTERING THE WORD MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 327
F A I T H MINISTRY164 HIMMEL HILL DR
FREEDOM MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC365 SUNNY VIEW RD
FREEDOM TABERNACLE13538 RHEA COUNTY HWY
HARVEST OUTREACH MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 515
HEART SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC219 SHAVER RD
INSIDE OUT CHURCH204 PAUL LANE DR
MIKE PATTON MINISTRIES MPM472 13TH AVE
MOUNTAIN VIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH124 SHASTA AVE
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MINISTRY ASSISTANTS1004 NEW UNION RD
NEW VISON INTERNATIONAL INC305 2ND AVE STE 1
OLIVE BRANCH MINISTRIES INC807 EVERGREEN DR
OUTOFTHECITIES MINISTRIESPO BOX 822
PAUL ROBBINS MINISTRIES879 TIGUES CREEK RD
PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 195
RHEA CENTRAL CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 27
SOLOMONS PORCH INCPO BOX 608
STEVEN EAST MINISTRIES130 MOUNTAIN LAUREL TRL
STILL WATERS EMMAUS COMMUNITYPO BOX 301
TWO FISHES MINISTRY2674 OAK HILL RD
WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHPO BOX 1482

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dayton

What is the population of Dayton?

Dayton has a population of 7,191 residents and is located in Tennessee. The population density is 846 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Dayton expensive to live in?

Dayton 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 $56,692, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,200 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Dayton safe?

Dayton is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 270 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,659 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Dayton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Dayton?

Dayton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 63.1 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Dayton?

The job market in Dayton is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $940. There are 189 business establishments in the area, including 13 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 6.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Dayton?

The median home value in Dayton is $152,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,924. For renters, the median monthly rent is $807. Fair market rent is $924 for a 1-bedroom and $1,118 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 51.6%. The average annual property tax is $1,988.

How are the schools in Dayton?

Schools in Dayton have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 20.0% of adults in Dayton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Dayton?

The obesity rate in Dayton is 43.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.3% of adults are smokers. 30.9% are physically inactive. 31.0% of residents report depression. 15.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 28.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,617.

What is transportation like in Dayton?

The average commute in Dayton is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Dayton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Dayton is 80.2% White, 3% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 91.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.8% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 20.6% of residents have a disability. 87.1% have health insurance coverage.

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