Mount Carmel, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Scott County County
Mount Carmel, TN
At a Glance
How Mount Carmel Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mount Carmel's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mount Carmel a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mount Carmel residents earn a median household income of $71,336 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,282. The unemployment rate stands at 7.7% (114% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 407 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mount Carmel is $179,700 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $267,038. Median rent is $804/month, with 24.8% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Mount Carmel reports 21 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 451/100K.
Education
15.0% of adults in Mount Carmel hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 93.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mount Carmel has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches.