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Norris, TN

Tennessee · Anderson County · Knoxville Metro

Norris is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,472. Residents earn $73,448 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,472 Population 177/sq mi density
$73,448 Median Income $48,230 per capita
$306,300 Home Value $477,822 Zillow
$1,084 Median Rent 37.2% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
373 Violent Crime/100K 994 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,448 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$306,300 home value, $1,084/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
373 violent crimes/100K (2% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,448
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $306,300
9% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 373/100K
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.4%
58% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,084
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

How Norris Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,472
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,448
Per Capita$48,230
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$7,858M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$306,300
Rent$1,084
Ownership75.2%
Zillow$477,822
Housing Units854
Rent Burden37.2%

Crime

F
Violent373/100K
Property994/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault373/100K
Burglary186/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking15.8%
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation867 ft (264 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.4%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+27.9%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband80.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Norris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norris receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Norris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norris is $73,448, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norris is $306,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,084 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Norris is below the national average at 373 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 994 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.

Education

Norris is a highly educated community / 53.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Norris enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Norris has a population of 1,472 with a density of 177 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.5% female and 42.5% male. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 4.9% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 12.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,472
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Norris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norris is $73,448, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,230 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,536. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,081 business establishments, including 148 restaurants. The cost of living index is 91.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 11.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Norris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,448
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,230
Avg Weekly Wage$1,536
IRS Avg AGI$74,892
Gini Index0.447 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,081
County GDP$7,858M

Business (County)

Restaurants148
Healthcare200
Retail252
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,821
9% above US avg
Cost of Living91.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Norris is $306,300, 9% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $477,822, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.5% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,084 (7% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $924 for a one-bedroom to $1,118 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 854 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $3,821. 37.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$306,300
9% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$477,822
Median List Price$499,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,500
$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,084
7% below US avg
Rent Burden37.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.2%
Owner-Occupied75.2%
Renter-Occupied24.8%
Housing Units854
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,821
9% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Norris, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 33.8% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 16.7% report binge drinking. 21.7% are physically inactive. 31.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,989. The dentist ratio is 1:1,315. 65.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Norris vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,989
Dentists1:1,315
Mental Health1:845
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death12,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access65.5%
Healthcare Facilities200
Norris has a violent crime rate of 373 per 100,000 residents, 2% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 372.9 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 994 per 100,000, 49% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 684, burglary at 186, vehicle theft at 124 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Norris receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Norris vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent372.9/100K
2% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault372.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property994.4/100K
49% below US avg
Burglary186.5/100K
Theft683.7/100K
Vehicle Theft124.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Norris enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 867 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation867 ft (264 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.6 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates36.2137°N, 84.0629°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyAnderson County County
Nearest AirportMc Ghee Tyson (TYS)
28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.7"
52% above US avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.84"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0454 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score73.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability49.9 / 100
Community Resilience55.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

164 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 137 km
May 10, 2025 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee M4.1 75 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 101 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 57 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 24 km
Sep 17, 2004 8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky M3.7 80 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 98 km
Jun 17, 1998 9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee M3.6 42 km
Jun 19, 2007 10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee M3.5 126 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 110 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 31 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 118 km
Apr 20, 2010 4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee M3.3 55 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 102 km
Aug 31, 2009 2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee M3.3 49 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 128 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 130 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.2 53 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 81 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

196 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 42 fatalities, 560 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 76 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 91 km 7
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 79 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 97 km 5
Jul 27, 2014 EF3 30 km 0
Mar 23, 2011 EF3 64 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 52 km 7
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 100 km 4
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 53 km 1
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 96 km 0
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 27 km 0
May 9, 1988 EF3 51 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 96 km 7
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 85 km 2
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 55 km 0
Mar 12, 1967 EF3 51 km 0
Mar 12, 1967 EF3 79 km 0
Apr 15, 1965 EF3 99 km 1
Aug 7, 2023 EF2 33 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CHIMNEY TOPS 2 (14,998 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 CHIMNEY TOPS 2 14,998 77 km
1987 UNNAMED 11,817 86 km
1987 UNNAMED 11,663 29 km
2016 STINKING CREEK 10,768 29 km
1987 UNNAMED 10,327 31 km
2024 RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE 8,324 97 km
2000 UNNAMED 8,064 22 km
2001 UNNAMED 7,907 83 km
2016 MAPLE SPRINGS 7,696 92 km
2001 COOL SPRINGS 7,477 95 km
2000 UNNAMED 6,590 48 km
1987 K-T FIRE 6,372 50 km
1987 UNNAMED 6,067 48 km
2001 SHARP 6,039 96 km
1987 UNNAMED 5,973 29 km
1987 UNNAMED 5,679 76 km
2000 UNNAMED 5,371 28 km
2024 RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE 5,154 88 km
1991 OTTER 4,923 91 km
2003 UNNAMED 4,675 70 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
March 47°F (9°C) 4.8 in Wettest
April 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 3.5 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
December 40°F (4°C) 4.1 in

Norris has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 35°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and October the driest (3.1").

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Norris is located in Anderson County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 53.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. 27.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.3% of the vote, a 35.7-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 200 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.4%
58% above US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+27.9%
School Test Score5.36
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi
CountyAnderson County County

Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Avg Download Speed104.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed15.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities200
Restaurants148
Retail Stores252

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%
Average costs for common services in Norris. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $230 ($138–$368)
Specialist Visit $322 ($184–$505)
Urgent Care Visit $184 ($92–$322)
Emergency Room Visit $2,022 ($735–$4,595)
Dental Cleaning $119 ($69–$184)
Dental Filling $230 ($138–$368)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$69)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $69 ($46–$110)
Brake Pad Replacement $276 ($138–$460)
Tire Rotation $37 ($18–$69)
New Tires (Set of 4) $551 ($368–$919)
Battery Replacement $184 ($92–$322)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $92 ($55–$138)
Electrician (Per Hour) $83 ($46–$129)
HVAC Repair $368 ($138–$735)
HVAC System Install $6,433 ($3,676–$11,028)
Roof Repair $919 ($368–$1,838)
Roof Replacement $8,271 ($5,055–$13,785)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,379 ($460–$3,217)
Divorce (Contested) $13,785 ($4,595–$27,570)
DUI Defense $4,595 ($1,838–$9,190)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,379 ($735–$2,757)
Will Preparation $460 ($184–$919)
Trust Preparation $2,298 ($919–$4,595)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$92)
Hair Coloring (Full) $138 ($69–$230)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$119)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.77 ($2.76–$5.05)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.22 ($2.30–$4.60)
Loaf of Bread $3.49 ($2.30–$5.05)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.14 ($2.76–$5.97)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.05 ($3.68–$6.89)
Rice (per lb) $0.92 ($0.55–$1.65)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $129 ($74–$230)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $64 ($28–$138)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $64 ($37–$110)
Internet (Monthly) $64 ($37–$92)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$92)
Cable TV (Monthly) $78 ($46–$138)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $184 ($69–$460)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,838 ($1,103–$3,217)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $64 ($28–$119)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.35–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $92 ($28–$230)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$69)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,103 ($551–$2,298)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $919 ($460–$1,838)
After-School Care (Monthly) $368 ($184–$643)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$92)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $919 ($368–$2,298)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,488 ($4,595–$27,570)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $55 ($28–$92)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $92 ($46–$184)
Dog Grooming $55 ($28–$92)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($18–$69)
Dog Spay/Neuter $276 ($138–$460)
Cat Spay/Neuter $184 ($92–$368)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$917
Toddler$634
Preschool$634
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$671
Toddler$555
Preschool$555
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Anderson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 14,852 118 $101,165 3.93
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,885 258 $61,681 0.74
Administrative & Waste Services 4,340 142 $89,451 1.60
Professional & Technical Services 4,196 330 $118,352 1.31
Retail Trade 3,678 247 $37,728 0.80
Accommodation & Food Services 3,383 188 $22,829 0.81
Construction 1,938 153 $80,224 0.80
Finance & Insurance 1,235 121 $96,357 0.66
Transportation & Warehousing 964 48 $63,421 0.49
Other Services 645 154 $49,082 0.47
Arts & Entertainment 255 30 $26,801 0.33
Real Estate 241 71 $58,305 0.34
Information & Technology 165 46 $76,583 0.19
Management of Companies 47 8 $118,652 0.06
Educational Services 39 9 $43,910 0.04
Unclassified 18 19 $67,140 0.28

Schools in Norris

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Norris Middle School Middle 489 32 15.3:1
Norris Elementary Elementary 259 16 16.2:1
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Radio Stations near Norris

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
105.1 FM WKCE oldies AAC
WIVK-FM tennessee vols AAC+ 48 kbps
detour TALK talk, talk & speech MP3 64 kbps
ROCK RAGE Radio — MP3 320 kbps
WDVX — MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Norris

3 campgrounds found near Norris.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Wilderness Road Campground 4.6/5 151 $18–$39
BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 45 $30–$35
Bear Creek Campground - KY 4.2/5 22 $30–$35

National Parks Near Norris

26 national parks and monuments found near Norris.

ParkTypeFee
Alvin C York State Park Free
Big Ridge State Park Free
Big Ridge State Park State Park Free
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area National River & Recreation Area Free
Cove Lake State Park Free
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park State Park Free
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Cumberland Mountain State Park Free
Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site State Park Free
Fort Loudon State Park Free
Frozen Head State Park Free
General Burnside Island State Park State Park Free
Great Smoky Mountains National Park National Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Indian Mountain State Park Free
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument National Monument Free
Norris Dam State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park State Park Free
Obed Wild & Scenic River Wild & Scenic River Free
Panther Creek State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park State Park Free
Pickett State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Resort Park State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail State Park Free
Seven Islands State Park Free
Wilderness Road State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Norris

1 trails found near Norris.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
KROGER ARCH ADDITION 0.7 N/A Yes Yes Yes

Museums in Norris

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
KNOXVILLE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENSZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3500 KNOXVILLE ZOO DRIVE8656375331$11,680,679
MUSEUM OF EAST TENNESSEE HISTORYHISTORIC PRESERVATION601 S GAY ST8652158830$741,573
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM8656339000$686,203
ARNWINE CABINHISTORY MUSEUM2819 ANDERSONVILLE HWY8654947680$667,984
MUSEUM OF APPALACHIAGENERAL MUSEUM8654947680$667,984
KNOXVILLE BOTANICAL GARDENS AND ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8658628717$464,416
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF OAK RIDGECHILDREN'S MUSEUM8654821074$388,445
EAST TENNESSEE DISCOVERY CENTERCHILDREN'S MUSEUM516 N BEAMAN STREET8655941494$380,443
LITTLE PONDEROSA ZOO AND RESCUEZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION8654575536$188,194
OAK RIDGE COMMUNITY ART CENTERART MUSEUM201 BADGER AVE8654821441$170,721
BECK CULTURAL EXCHANGE CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION8652158748$146,949
SOUTHERN APPALACHIA RAILWAY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2010 TN-588652412140$98,875
EAST TENNESSEE VETERANS MEMORIAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION401 HENLEY STREET8656338337$35,519
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND ENERGYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8655763200$16,009
AIRPLANE FILLING STATION PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$7,823
AKIMA PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM516 NORTH BEAMAN ST
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & ENERGYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 SOUTH TULANE AVENUE
COAL MINERS MUSEUM OF THE CUMBERLANDSHISTORY MUSEUM8654267914
EAST TENNESSE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION601 SOUTH GAY STREET8652158824
GREEN MCADOO CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8654636500
HAZEN HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8655228661
MABRY-HAZEN HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8655228661
MUSE KNOXVILLESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM516 NORTH BEAMAN STREET
NORRIS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TENNESSEE FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM OF KNOXVILLEHISTORY MUSEUM8657553333
W.G. LENOIR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8654949688

Libraries in Norris

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OAK RIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY1401 OAK RIDGE TURNPIKE0.0352,806
CLINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY118 SOUTH HICKS STREET0.077,080
LAFOLLETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY201 SOUTH 9TH STREET0.039,670
JACKSBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY585 MAIN STREET, SUITE 2010.035,495
LAKE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY226 NORTH MAIN ST.0.027,066
NORRIS COMMUNITY LIBRARYONE NORRIS SQUARE0.015,566
CARYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY4839 OLD HIGHWAY 63, SUITE 20.010,680
BRICEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY111 SLATESTONE ROAD0.04,031

Farmers Markets in Norris

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Eastside Sunday Market2020 MLK Jr. Ave05/05/2019 to 09/29/2019Sun: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM;Visit
Market Square Farmers' MarketMarket Square05/01/2019 to 11/23/2019Wed: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Market Square Holiday MarketMarket Street and Union Avenue12/07/2019 to 12/21/2019Sat: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM;YesVisit
New Harvest Park Farmers Market4775 New Harvest Lane04/09/2015 to 11/19/2015Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Yes
Nourish Knoxville's Winter Farmers' Market201 3rd Avenue01/05/2019 to 04/13/2019Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Oak Ridge Farmers MarketJackson Square04/16/2016 to 11/23/2016Wed: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Winter Farmers Market by Grow Oak Ridge323 Vermont AvenueVisit

Breweries in Norris

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Crafty Bastard Brewing, Crafty Bastard BreweryFood & Drink, Brewery, Breweries6 Emory Pl8657552358
Last Days of Autumn BreweryBrew Pubs, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery808 E Magnolia Ave8652024298, 8659993993Visit
Saw Works Brewing CompanyBrewery708 E Depot Ave8652475952Visit
Schulz Brau Brewing CompanyBrewery126 Bernard Ave8002459764
Scruffy City HallBar, Brewery, and Music Venue Downtown Knoxville, Bar, Brewery, and Music Venue32 Market Sq8655242224, (865) 524-2224Visit
Woodruff's BreweryBrewery Downtown Knoxville445 S Gay St8656038750

Fire Stations in Norris

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Norris Department of Public Safety9 West CIRMostly volunteer865-494-0880

Bridges in Norris

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19723353,108F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196913649,351F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196913649,351G
FrameConcrete continuous197122227,933G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous197122227,933G
CulvertConcrete1934287,627F
CulvertConcrete continuous1988492,380F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19363311,801F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19824771,670F
CulvertConcrete1934271,591F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20011101,230G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20011801,230G
CulvertConcrete continuous198751700F
CulvertConcrete continuous198437500F

Airports Near Norris

42 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
McGhee Tyson AirportTYSLarge Airport
Big T Airport—Small Airport
Campbell County Airport - Colonel Tommy C Stiner Airfield—Small Airport
Carr Airport—Small Airport
Cox Farm Airport—Small Airport
Cub Haven Airport—Small Airport
Deerfield Resort Airport—Small Airport
Dumplin Field—Small Airport
Elkins Field—Small Airport
Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge AirportGKTSmall Airport
Joppa Airport—Small Airport
Knoxville Downtown Island Airport—Small Airport
Lake View Airport—Small Airport
Landing At River'S Edge—Small Airport
Massingale Airport—Small Airport
McCreary County Airport—Small Airport
Mcgraw's Backyard Airport—Small Airport
Meadowlake Airport—Small Airport
Melton Field—Small Airport
Middlesboro-Bell County Airport—Small Airport
Monroe County Airport—Small Airport
Montvale Airpark—Small Airport
Morristown Regional AirportMORSmall Airport
Natural Selection Airport—Small Airport
New Tazewell Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Old Valley Airport—Small Airport
Oliver Springs Inc Airport—Small Airport
Raby Airpark—Small Airport
Riner Farm Airport—Small Airport
Robertson Farm Airport—Small Airport
Rockwood Municipal AirportRKWSmall Airport
Scott Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Seymour Air Park—Small Airport
Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Stone Field—Small Airport
Tucker Guthrie Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Village Airport—Small Airport
Vintage Field—Small Airport
West Wind Airpark—Small Airport
Will A Hildreth Farm Airport—Small Airport
Williamsburg Whitley County Airport—Small Airport
Wolf Creek Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Norris

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
City of Clinton Police Headquarters125 West Broad Street
Jacksboro Police Department
Oak Ridge Police Department
Rocky Top Police Department

Grocery Stores in Norris

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 8707Other3334 Andersonville Hwy
Dollar Tree 8696Other140 Tanner Ln
Fastop Markets 215Convenience Store2303 Andersonville Hwy
Git N Go Markets 4Convenience Store2254 Andersonville Hwy
Lees Food Mart 1122Convenience Store2233 Andersonville Hwy
Norris MarketConvenience Store12 W Norris Rd
SPEEDWAY 7108Convenience Store2148 N Frank G Seivers Blvd
Walgreens 12311Other2151 N Charles G Seivers Blvd
Walmart Supercenter 4635Super Store150 Tanner Ln
Weigel's 64Convenience Store2409 N Charles G Seivers Blvd

Post Offices in Norris

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Norris Post Office
United States Postal Service - Norris

Treatment Centers in Norris

19 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BHG Knoxville Bernard Treatment Center - DRD Management IncSubstance Abuse865-522-0161
Cedar Recovery - East KnoxvilleSubstance Abuse865-932-3633
Cherokee Health SystemsBoth865-544-0406
Cherokee Health SystemsBoth865-525-2104
Cherokee Health SystemsBoth865-522-6097
Crossroads of JacksboroSubstance Abuse800-805-6989
Crossroads of Oak RidgeSubstance Abuse800-805-6989
EM Jellinek CenterSubstance Abuse865-525-4627
Health Connect AmericaBoth865-247-7045
Helen Ross McNabb Center - Behavioral Health Urgent Care CenterBoth865-539-2409
Helen Ross McNabb Center - CenterPointeSubstance Abuse865-523-4704 x0
Helen Ross McNabb Center - Knox County Adult CenterBoth865-637-9711
Helen Ross McNabb Center - Knox County Children and Youth CenterBoth865-523-8695
Helen Ross McNabb Center - MOMS ProgramSubstance Abuse865-637-9711
Hope of East Tennessee IncSubstance Abuse865-482-4826
Hope of East Tennessee Inc - Opportunity HouseSubstance Abuse865-482-7126
Ridgeview - Psych Hosp and CtrBoth865-482-1076
Ridgeview - Psychiatric Hospital and CenterBoth865-482-1076
Tennova LaFollette Medical Center - Senior Behavioral HealthMental Health423-907-1222

Churches & Religious Organizations in Norris

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COVENANT LIFE INTERNATIONALPO BOX 938
INTERNATIONAL LATIN HARVESTPO BOX 966
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCHPO BOX 387

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Frequently Asked Questions About Norris

What is the population of Norris?

Norris has a population of 1,472 residents and is located in Tennessee. The population density is 177 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.5% female and 42.5% male.

Is Norris expensive to live in?

Norris is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 91.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $73,448, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $306,300 (9% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,084 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Norris safe?

Norris is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 373 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 994 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Norris receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Norris?

Norris enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.7 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Norris?

The job market in Norris is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,536. There are 2,081 business establishments in the area, including 148 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 11.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Norris?

The median home value in Norris is $306,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $477,822. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,084. Fair market rent is $924 for a 1-bedroom and $1,118 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,821.

How are the schools in Norris?

Schools in Norris score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 53.4% of adults in Norris hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. 27.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Norris?

The obesity rate in Norris is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 21.7% are physically inactive. 31.4% of residents report depression. 9.0% lack health insurance. 65.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,989.

What is transportation like in Norris?

The average commute in Norris is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Norris?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Norris is 93.8% White, 4.9% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 12.6% of the population are military veterans. 19.3% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

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