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Isla

The good and bad of living in Knoxville

Curious what people think. I've been here for 6 years and Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you kn...

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Matthew Morales

Is Knoxville getting better or worse?

I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $214,000, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $214,000 on average. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good servi...

2 replies 12 upvotes living
Andrew M.

Top 5 things I love about Knoxville

Longtime lurker here, Been living here since 2018. Rent is about $1,116/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Anyone in a similar situation? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good...

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Emmett E.

Dog-friendly places in Knoxville?

OK so I'm a 47-year-old accountant and The median home value here is around $214,000, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,116 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Knoxville sits at 667.3 per 100K. Household incomes average around $50,994 in Knoxville. It's a...

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Eugene P.

Housing market in Knoxville right now

Hey everyone, Crime rate is something to consider — Knoxville sits at 667.3 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Should I be concerned?

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Arthur S.

Rent prices in Knoxville getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Knoxville? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1116 for a 2BR/2BA which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

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Sebastian Sanders

Anyone regret moving to Knoxville?

Curious what people think. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Any advice would be great.

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Arianna Allen

First time home buyer in Knoxville

Curious what people think. Crime rate is something to consider — Knoxville sits at 667.

1 replies 43 upvotes housing
Megan G.

Is Knoxville worth it salary-wise?

Hey, I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $50,994, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Does this match your experience? Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Emmett E.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Knoxville?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $50,994, which feels on the lower side for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $214,000 on average. Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly...

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mesa_vivian

Freelancing from Knoxville — experience?

Born and raised here. With a population of 194K, Knoxville is a mid-size city. Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Any advice would be great. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for...

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Emmett E.

Best coffee shops in Knoxville?

It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. Household incomes average around $50,994 in Knoxville. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. Should I be concerned? Appreciate any inp...

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Andrew M.

Knoxville is underrated, change my mind

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. Homes are going for about $214,000 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What would you do?

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Hudson

Relocating to Knoxville, TN — pros and cons?

Median household income is $50,994, which feels on the lower side for the area. Crime rate is something to consider — Knoxville sits at 667.3 per 100K. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I overthinking this? Cost of living is definitely ...

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Austin Gonzalez

Moving to Knoxville with kids — good idea?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I relocated for work and It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. Median household income is $50,994, which feels on the lower side for the area. Homes are going for about $214,000 on average. Household incomes average around $50,994 in Knoxvill...

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Andrew M.

Best companies to work for in Knoxville?

I work in consulting and Household incomes average around $50,994 in Knoxville. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Eugene P.

What I wish I knew before living in Knoxville

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $214,000, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider — Knoxville sits at 667.3 per 100K. Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 2.8%...

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Emmett E.

Moving to Knoxville for work — advice?

Hey everyone, Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. Crime rate is something to consider — Knoxville sits at 667.3 per 100K. Median household income is $50,994, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, fo...

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Wesley Sanchez

Studio apartments in Knoxville — options?

Curious what people think. We have two kids and Median household income is $50,994, which feels on the lower side for the area. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Public transit ...

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Everly Foster

Best companies to work for in Knoxville?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a teacher here and What would you do? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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John Ortiz

Just moved to Knoxville, any tips?

Hey, Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,116/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $214,000 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What neighborhoods would you suggest...

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mesa_vivian

Affordable areas near Knoxville?

First post here. Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider — Knoxville sits at 667.3 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What do you all think? The city has invested a lot in new development.

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John Ortiz

Working in Knoxville — salaries realistic?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $214,000, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $50,994 in Knoxville. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Would love ...

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Aurora

Job market in Knoxville for tech?

Hey everyone, Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. The weather takes some getting used to. Has anyone dealt with this? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Everly Foster

What surprised you most about Knoxville?

Hey folks, We have two kids and The median home value here is around $214,000, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,116 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local pers...

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Avery N.

The good and bad of living in Knoxville

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and With a population of 194K, Knoxville is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 194K people. Household incomes average around $50,994 in Knoxville. The food scene here is surprisingly good....

1 replies 45 upvotes living
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