Signal Mountain, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Hamilton County County
Signal Mountain, TN
At a Glance
How Signal Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Signal Mountain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Signal Mountain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Signal Mountain residents earn a median household income of $139,714 , which is 86% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $77,758. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 13,611 business establishments, including 952 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Signal Mountain is $482,300 , 71% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $634,620. Median rent is $1,843/month, with 35.6% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Signal Mountain reports 101 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 470/100K.
Education
73.7% of adults in Signal Mountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (119% above the national average). 99.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Signal Mountain has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.