New Tazewell, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Claiborne County County
New Tazewell, TN
At a Glance
How New Tazewell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Tazewell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Tazewell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Tazewell residents earn a median household income of $55,254 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,395. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 601 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Tazewell is $162,500 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $242,761. Median rent is $690/month, with 17.5% 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
New Tazewell reports 36 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 91% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,280/100K.
Education
11.8% of adults in New Tazewell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 80.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Tazewell has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.