Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Lenoir City is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 10,681. Residents earn $60,480 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lenoir City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Lenoir City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lenoir City is $60,480, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Lenoir City is $214,300, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 397 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,990 per 100,000, 155% above the national average.
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Lenoir City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 84.0% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.0% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,480 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,297 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,047 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,290 |
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,455 |
| County GDP | $3,117M |
| Restaurants | 96 |
| Healthcare | 127 |
| Retail | 160 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,916 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
| Census Median | $214,300 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $405,805 |
| Median List Price | $481,412 |
| Median List Price | $481,412 |
| $/Sq Ft | $215 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.1% |
| Price Drops | 12.9% |
| Inventory | 70 |
| Census Median Rent | $913 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,823 |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,916 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.3% |
| Depression | 29.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,983/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 127 |
| Total Violent | 397.4/100K |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Murder | 11.0/100K |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Rape | 88.3/100K |
| Robbery | 44.2/100K |
| Assault | 253.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,990.1/100K |
| 155% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 993.6/100K |
| Theft | 3,786.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 209.8/100K |
| Arson | 22.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.2 inches |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,238/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8158°N, 84.2830°W |
| County FIPS | 47105 |
Winner: Republican by 53 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.9% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,238/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 127 |
| Restaurants | 96 |
| Retail Stores | 160 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |