Etowah, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · McMinn County County
Etowah, TN
At a Glance
How Etowah Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Etowah's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Etowah a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Etowah residents earn a median household income of $43,614 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,636. The unemployment rate stands at 18.1% (403% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,098 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Etowah is $165,900 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $217,761. Median rent is $817/month, with 38.3% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Etowah reports 161 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 430/100K.
Education
22.5% of adults in Etowah hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 83.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Etowah has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.