Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Kingsport is a mid-size city in Tennessee with a population of 55,807. Residents earn $50,436 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Kingsport receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kingsport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Kingsport is $50,436, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 16.6% 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.
The median home value in Kingsport is $203,000, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 602 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,963 per 100,000, 153% above the national average.
31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Kingsport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,436 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,828 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,193 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,374 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,219 |
| County GDP | $11,880M |
| Restaurants | 355 |
| Healthcare | 462 |
| Retail | 558 |
| Manufacturing | 131 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,964 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.95% |
| Commute Time | 18.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
| Census Median | $203,000 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $249,148 |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $153 |
| Homes Sold | 63 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.9% |
| Price Drops | 22.7% |
| Inventory | 309 |
| Census Median Rent | $843 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,352 |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,964 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.95% |
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 32.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,612/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 462 |
| Total Violent | 601.8/100K |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Murder | 3.8/100K |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Rape | 37.7/100K |
| Robbery | 66.0/100K |
| Assault | 494.3/100K |
| Total Property | 4,963.2/100K |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 671.6/100K |
| Theft | 4,018.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 273.5/100K |
| Arson | 24.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.0 inches |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Area | 53.1 sq mi (137.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,051/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5194°N, 82.5434°W |
| County FIPS | 47163 |
Winner: Republican by 55 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.0% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,051/sq mi |
| Total Area | 53.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 462 |
| Restaurants | 355 |
| Retail Stores | 558 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 18.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |