Elizabethton, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Carter County County
Elizabethton, TN
At a Glance
How Elizabethton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elizabethton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elizabethton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elizabethton residents earn a median household income of $44,834 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,915. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 880 business establishments, including 82 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elizabethton is $159,700 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $233,534. Median rent is $751/month, with 24.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Elizabethton reports 176 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 54% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,743/100K.
Education
25.2% of adults in Elizabethton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 88.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elizabethton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches.