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Sale Creek, TN

Tennessee · Bledsoe County

Sale Creek is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,775. Residents earn $60,109 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,775 Population 92/sq mi density
$60,109 Median Income $33,462 per capita
$300,900 Home Value $291,461 Zillow
$1,086 Median Rent 36.7% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
662 Violent Crime/100K 1,060 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,109 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$300,900 home value, $1,086/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
662 violent crimes/100K (74% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,109
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,900
7% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 662/100K
74% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,086
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,775
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,109
Per Capita$33,462
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$362M
Commute34 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$300,900
Rent$1,086
Ownership86.9%
Zillow$291,461
Housing Units1,109
Rent Burden36.7%

Crime

F
Violent662/100K
Property1,060/100K

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured11.1%
Smoking18.6%
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.1 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation864 ft (263 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score4.60

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute34 min
Broadband91.4%
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is Sale Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sale Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Sale Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sale Creek is $60,109, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sale Creek is $300,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,086 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 662 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,060 per 100,000, 46% below the national average.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sale Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sale Creek has a population of 2,775 with a density of 92 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 square miles. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (91.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 9.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,775
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
30.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Sale Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sale Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sale Creek is $60,109, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,462 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $940, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 189 business establishments, including 13 restaurants. The cost of living index is 91.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sale Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,109
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,462
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$50,279
Gini Index0.447 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)189
County GDP$362M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare17
Retail21
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,988
43% below US avg
Cost of Living91.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sale Creek is $300,900, 7% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,461. Monthly rent averages $1,086 (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. 86.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,109 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1993. The average annual property tax is $1,988 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 36.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,900
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,461

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,086
7% below US avg
Rent Burden36.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.9%
Owner-Occupied86.9%
Renter-Occupied13.1%
Housing Units1,109
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,988
43% below US avg
Effective Rate0.66%
In Sale Creek, 33.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 33.4% have high blood pressure. 18.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.5% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 30.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 11.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,617. The dentist ratio is 1:7,399. 28.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Sale Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured11.1%
29% above US avg
Primary Care1:7,617
Dentists1:7,399
Mental Health1:3,012
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death9,902/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access28.9%
Healthcare Facilities17
Sale Creek has a violent crime rate of 662 per 100,000 residents, 74% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,060 per 100,000, 46% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Sale Creek receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent662.3/100K
74% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,059.6/100K
46% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents96
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sale Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 302 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 63.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 864 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation864 ft (263 m)
Area30.1 sq mi (78.1 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates35.3864°N, 85.0824°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBledsoe County County
Nearest AirportTullahoma Regional/Wm Northern Field (THA)
66 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.1"
66% above US avg
Snowfall 4.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.34"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.50"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score24.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability73.4 / 100
Community Resilience4.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

161 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 111 km
May 10, 2025 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee M4.1 101 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 129 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 84 km
Jun 17, 1998 9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee M3.6 88 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 54 km
Jun 19, 2007 10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee M3.5 52 km
Aug 31, 2009 2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee M3.3 97 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 13 km
Apr 20, 2010 4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee M3.3 105 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 55 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 80 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 27 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 68 km
Mar 7, 2001 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 28 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 59 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 64 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 78 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 117 km
Jan 15, 1993 1 km N of Apison, Tennessee M3.1 39 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

358 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 108 fatalities, 1,431 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 100 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 95 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 31 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 58 km 20
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 96 km 7
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 84 km 10
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 86 km 4
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 99 km 9
May 2, 1953 EF4 31 km 4
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 52 km 2
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 45 km 2
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 30 km 0
Mar 23, 2011 EF3 83 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 84 km 7
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 57 km 4
Mar 29, 1997 EF3 43 km 0
Mar 29, 1997 EF3 31 km 0
May 18, 1995 EF3 47 km 0
Apr 15, 1994 EF3 11 km 1
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 53 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROUGH RIDGE (27,610 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 ROUGH RIDGE 27,610 69 km
2024 RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE 8,324 88 km
2024 RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE 5,154 86 km
2003 UNNAMED 4,675 67 km
2024 RX - O63 CHESTNUT MTN 4,570 61 km
2013 BEAVER DAM 4,336 89 km
2001 UNNAMED 4,213 38 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,888 86 km
2021 DUTCH CREEK 3,845 60 km
2019 COW CAMP 3,786 92 km
2000 UNNAMED 3,539 58 km
2019 JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX 3,120 95 km
2010 COW CAMP-A 2,953 92 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,933 58 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,908 65 km
2023 SMITH MOUNTAIN 2,807 69 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,758 58 km
2013 MCINTYRE-A 2,695 90 km
2001 UNNAMED 2,662 98 km
1999 UNNAMED 2,638 47 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 4.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in Driest
November 49°F (9°C) 4.9 in
December 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in

Sale Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and October the driest (3.5").

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Sale Creek is located in Bledsoe County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 15.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 84.9% of the vote, a 70.5-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 17 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14.4%

Winner: Republican by 70.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents96
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score4.60
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area30.1 sq mi
CountyBledsoe County County

Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Avg Download Speed99.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed75.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants13
Retail Stores21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%
Average costs for common services in Sale Creek. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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$567
Toddler$476
Preschool$476
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$393
Toddler$422
Preschool$422
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Bledsoe County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 169 18 $21,484 0.78
Retail Trade 168 22 $22,643 0.70
Construction 150 22 $52,335 1.19
Health Care & Social Assistance 94 21 $36,006 0.27
Information & Technology 88 5 $85,932 1.96
Finance & Insurance 55 9 $56,949 0.57
Manufacturing 50 6 $44,837 0.25
Wholesale Trade 48 10 $53,449 0.51
Administrative & Waste Services 40 11 $53,082 0.28
Professional & Technical Services 39 18 $73,553 0.23
Real Estate 31 5 $46,190 0.83
Other Services 25 8 $37,916 0.35
Unclassified 1 1 $4,420 0.30

Schools in Sale Creek

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sale Creek Middle / High School High 611 41 14.9:1
North Hamilton Elementary Elementary 387 25 15.5:1
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Radio Stations near Sale Creek

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
98.3 Nash Icon country AAC+ 48 kbps
95.5 Nash Icon country FLV
94.3 Nash Icon country AAC+ 48 kbps
NewsRadio 1150 WGOW news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Classical 90.5 WSMC AAC 128 kbps
Unified Arts Radio MP3 192 kbps
93.3 FM WXRH classic country MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Sale Creek

4 campgrounds found near Sale Creek.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground 4.9/5 9 $20
CHILHOWEE GROUP CAMP 4.7/5 1 $50
CHILHOWEE CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 59 $12–$30
Cottonwood Patch Campground 3.7/5 8 $8

National Parks Near Sale Creek

34 national parks and monuments found near Sale Creek.

ParkTypeFee
Amicalola Falls State Park State Park Free
Booker T Washington State Park Free
Booker T. Washington State Park State Park Free
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Burgess Falls State Park Free
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park National Military Park $10
Cloudland Canyon State Park State Park Free
Cove Lake State Park Free
Cumberland Mountain State Park Free
Cumberland Trail State Park Free
Cumberland Trail (Calvert Addition) State Park Free
Cummins Falls State Park Free
Desoto State Park State Park Free
DeSoto State Park State Park Free
Edgar Evins State Park Free
Fall Creek Falls State Park Free
Fort Loudon State Park Free
Fort Mountain State Park State Park Free
Frozen Head State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park State Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Indian Springs State Park State Park Free
James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park State Park Free
Little River Canyon National Preserve National Preserve $15
Norris Dam State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park State Park Free
Obed Wild & Scenic River Wild & Scenic River Free
Red Clay State Park Free
Rock Island State Park Free
Russell Cave National Monument National Monument Free
South Cumberland State Park Free
South Cumberland (Anderson Point Addition) State Park Free

Trails Near Sale Creek

33 trails found near Sale Creek.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
CONASAUGA RIVER 11.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HICKORY CREEK 8.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN 7.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JACKS RIVER 7.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EAST COWPEN 6.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SUMAC CREEK TRAIL 6.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CLEAR CREEK TRAIL 4.6
CLEMMER BIKE TRAIL 4.2
RICE CAMP 3.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PANTHER CREEK 3.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLUE RIDGE DIVIDE TRAIL 2.6
HORSESHOE BEND 2.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CONASAUGA RIVER 2.2
LAUREL LOOP 1.8
SUMAC CREEK SPUR 1.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SCENIC SPUR TRAIL 1.6
AZALEA HIKING TRAIL 1.6
SLICKROCK LOOP BIKE TRAIL 1.6
BENTON FALLS HIKING TRAILS 1.5
NAKED WIDOW LOOP 1.3
RIM ROCK TRAIL 0.9
MURRAYS LAKE 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ARBUTUS HIKING TRAIL 0.7
GAZEBO 0.5
MCKAMY LAKE TRAIL 0.5
RIM ROCK SPUR 0.5
ELDERBERRY 0.5
CHILHOWEE FOREST WALK 0.4
BEACH 0.4
BEECH BOTTOMS HIKING TRAIL 0.4
RED LEAF 0.3
HORSESHOE BEND 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ELDERBERRY SPUR 0.1

Museums in Sale Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CLEVELAND BRADLEY REGIONAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM200 INMAN ST E4233395745$365,051
TRI-STATE EXHIBITION CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM200 NATURES TRAIL SW4234769310$175,036
BLEDSOE COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4234472817
CUMMINGSTOWN MEMORIAL MUSEUM AND PARKGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 341
MUSEUM CENTER AT 5 POINTSGENERAL MUSEUM4233395745
MUSEUM OF FLIGHT HIXSONGENERAL MUSEUM4232282359

Libraries in Sale Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CLEVELAND BRADLEY COUNTY LIBRARY795 CHURCH STREET NE0.0277,185
CLYDE W. RODDY PUBLIC LIBRARY371 FIRST AVENUE0.074,139
BLEDSOE COUNTY LIBRARY478 CUMBERLAND AVENUE0.013,850
GRAYSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY151 MILL STREET0.01,492

Farmers Markets in Sale Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bradley County Farmers MarketChurch Street, S.E.
Dayton Farmers MarketWashington Street04/01/2016 to 10/01/2016Mon: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Tue: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Wed: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 7:00 AM-5:0
Signal Mountain Farmers' Market2815 Anderson Pike01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Yes
St Albans Hixson Market7514 Hixson Pike01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sat: 9:30 AM-12:30 PM;

Gas Stations in Sale Creek

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo
Citgo
Shell

Breweries in Sale Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Anime PubChattanooga, TN, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Chattanooga Brewers, (2), (1), Chattanooga, TN2100 Hamilton Place Blvd4235535532

Cell Towers in Sale Creek

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
180 BRENTWOOD TRAIL SWTOWER129
180 BRENTWOOD TRAIL SWTOWER129
900 Sluder RoadTOWER116
900 Sluder RoadTOWER116
ROUTE 1 BOX 72DLTOWER98
507 Porch Rock Rd. (77742)LTOWER96
3310 CROWN COLONY DRIVE NORTHWESTLTOWER82
1634 Rhea County HighwayGTOWER79
14644 Old Dayton Pike (63410)LTOWER78
191 Sawyer Hill RoadLTOWER77
334 Riddle StreetLTOWER67
614A FIRETOWER ROAD (63366)LTOWER65
1333 White Oak RdLTOWER61
1408 WEEKS DRIVE NORTHEASTLTOWER56
8543 B Trappers RidgeTOWER51
8543 B Trappers RidgeTOWER51

Fire Stations in Sale Creek

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sale Creek Volunteer Fire & Rescue14828 Dayton PIKEVolunteer423-332-2424

Bridges in Sale Creek

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous199210016,788F
CulvertConcrete continuous19924916,788G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous199210016,788F
CulvertConcrete continuous19924916,788F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199232016,231F
CulvertConcrete continuous19922516,231G
CulvertConcrete continuous19925216,231G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199320316,231F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19953,1744,894P
CulvertConcrete continuous1940443,480F
CulvertConcrete continuous1996362,263G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19383011,150G
CulvertSteel200025830P
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous1996297829F
CulvertConcrete continuous194022829G
CulvertConcrete continuous198623790G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1955146729F
SlabConcrete193024661F
CulvertConcrete continuous199445635G
CulvertConcrete continuous199651635G
CulvertConcrete continuous198648432G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous2013123432G
CulvertConcrete continuous198734220G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel195588150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous193857100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20077390G

Airports Near Sale Creek

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)CHAMedium Airport
Crossville Memorial Airport Whitson FieldCSVMedium Airport
Austin FieldSmall Airport
Barwick Lafayette AirportSmall Airport
Blue Bird FieldSmall Airport
Blue Ridge Skyport AirportSmall Airport
Browder AirportSmall Airport
Buck Creek Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Carey AirportSmall Airport
Chilhowee GliderportSmall Airport
Cleveland Regional JetportSmall Airport
Collegedale Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cox Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cub Haven AirportSmall Airport
Dallas Bay Sky Park AirportSmall Airport
Dalton Municipal AirportDNNSmall Airport
Denney AirportSmall Airport
Dunlap AirparkSmall Airport
Flying G Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fox Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Happy Landings AirportSmall Airport
Hog Lot LandingSmall Airport
Hogue AirportSmall Airport
Indian Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Leon's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Lookout Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Magic Valley AirportSmall Airport
Marion County Airport - Brown FieldAPTSmall Airport
Mark Anton AirportSmall Airport
Martin Campbell FieldSmall Airport
McMinn County AirportMMISmall Airport
Meadowlake AirportSmall Airport
Monroe County AirportSmall Airport
Mount Bakewell AirfieldSmall Airport
Natural Selection AirportSmall Airport
One Grand FieldSmall Airport
Petty Farms AirportSmall Airport
Piney Creek AirportSmall Airport
Pops LandingSmall Airport
Possum Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Pratermill Flight Park AirportSmall Airport
Providence LandingSmall Airport
R.M. Harris AirportSmall Airport
Rockwood Municipal AirportRKWSmall Airport
Rostex AirportSmall Airport
Smithville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Stevenson AirportSmall Airport
Twin Forks AirportSmall Airport
Upper Cumberland Regional AirportSmall Airport
Vintage FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Sale Creek

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cleveland City Police Department
Dayton Police Department
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office6233 Dayton Boulevard
Rhea County Sherrif's Department

Grocery Stores in Sale Creek

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 4703607Convenience Store13424 Dayton Pike
Dollar General 24056Other5474 Highway 60
DOLLAR GENERAL 6139Other14926 Dayton Pike
Island OasisConvenience Store5518 Highway 60
MAPCO Express Inc. 3667Convenience Store14816 Dayton Pike
Panther MartConvenience Store14605 Dayton Pike
Pj Food MartConvenience Store14724 Dayton Pike

Post Offices in Sale Creek

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Birchwood Post Office5505 Highway 60
Sale Creek Post Office
Sale Creek Post Office

Treatment Centers in Sale Creek

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Pardridge Valley Cleveland - Outpatient OfficeSubstance Abuse423-472-1999
Restoration Recovery ClevelandSubstance Abuse423-498-2000
Volunteer Behavioral Health - Cleveland CampusBoth423-479-5454
Volunteer Behavioral Health - Dayton CampusBoth423-570-0077

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sale Creek

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECYRR 1
NEHEMIAH RESTORATION FELLOWSHIP INC6556 LONG HORN ST
SALE CREEK INDEPENDENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH15017 DAYTON PIKE

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
2
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Haunted Places
1
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sale Creek

What is the population of Sale Creek?

Sale Creek has a population of 2,775 residents and is located in Tennessee. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Sale Creek expensive to live in?

Sale Creek 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 $60,109, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,900 (7% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,086 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sale Creek safe?

Public safety is a concern in Sale Creek, with a violent crime rate of 662 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,060 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sale Creek receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sale Creek?

Sale Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 63.1 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Sale Creek?

The job market in Sale Creek is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $940. There are 189 business establishments in the area, including 13 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sale Creek?

The median home value in Sale Creek is $300,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,461. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,086. Fair market rent is $924 for a 1-bedroom and $1,118 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 86.9%. The average annual property tax is $1,988.

How are the schools in Sale Creek?

Schools in Sale Creek have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 15.3% of adults in Sale Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sale Creek?

The obesity rate in Sale Creek is 33.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.6% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 30.5% of residents report depression. 11.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 28.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,617.

What is transportation like in Sale Creek?

The average commute in Sale Creek is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sale Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sale Creek is 91.5% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 9.1% of the population are military veterans. 26.8% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

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