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South Pittsburg, TN

Tennessee · Marion County · Chattanooga Metro

South Pittsburg is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 3,040. Residents earn $54,347 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,040 Population 370/sq mi density
$54,347 Median Income $27,728 per capita
$160,700 Home Value $173,086 Zillow
$796 Median Rent 24.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
266 Violent Crime/100K 665 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,347 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,700 home value, $796/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
266 violent crimes/100K (30% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,347
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,700
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 266/100K
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,040
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,347
Per Capita$27,728
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$1,192M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,700
Rent$796
Ownership70.7%
Zillow$173,086
Housing Units1,428
Rent Burden24.9%

Crime

F
Violent266/100K
Property665/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault266/100K
Burglary100/100K

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured14.3%
Smoking22.5%
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+77.1%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score4.96

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband81.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is South Pittsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Pittsburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. South Pittsburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Pittsburg is $54,347, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Pittsburg is $160,700, 43% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in South Pittsburg is below the national average at 266 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 665 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

South Pittsburg 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 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

South Pittsburg has a population of 3,040 with a density of 370 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.1% female and 53.9% male. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 8.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 11.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 32.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,040
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
8.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

South Pittsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Pittsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Pittsburg is $54,347, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,728 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $979, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 588 business establishments, including 62 restaurants. The cost of living index is 91.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 2.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: South Pittsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,347
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,728
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$67,226
Gini Index0.437 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,192M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare46
Retail104
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,759
7% above US avg
Cost of Living91.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone58.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in South Pittsburg is $160,700, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,086. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% 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. 70.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,428 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $3,759. 24.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,700
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,086

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% below US avg
Rent Burden24.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.7%
Owner-Occupied70.7%
Renter-Occupied29.3%
Housing Units1,428
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,759
7% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
In South Pittsburg, 41.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 38.9% have high blood pressure. 22.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.2% report binge drinking. 31.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 31.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.0% experience frequent mental distress. 14.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,888. The dentist ratio is 1:4,849. 71.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: South Pittsburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.9%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.8%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.5%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep43.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Uninsured14.3%
66% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,888
Dentists1:4,849
Mental Health1:3,673
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits49.1%
Premature Death13,069/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access71.0%
Healthcare Facilities46
South Pittsburg has a violent crime rate of 266 per 100,000 residents, 30% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 266.0 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 665 per 100,000, 66% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 465, burglary at 100, vehicle theft at 100 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, South Pittsburg receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent266.0/100K
30% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault266.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property664.9/100K
66% below US avg
Burglary99.7/100K
Theft465.4/100K
Vehicle Theft99.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents217
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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South Pittsburg 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 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 67.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,048 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates35.0112°N, 85.7182°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMarion County County
Nearest AirportTullahoma Regional/Wm Northern Field (THA)
39 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.0"
76% above US avg
Snowfall 5.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.82"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score58.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability64.0 / 100
Community Resilience28.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

120 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 25, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 58 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 58 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 146 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 83 km
Jun 19, 2007 10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee M3.5 93 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 84 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 119 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 133 km
Mar 7, 2001 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 99 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 21 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 94 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 31 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 98 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 130 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 21 km
Jan 15, 1993 1 km N of Apison, Tennessee M3.1 63 km
Oct 30, 1991 9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia M3.1 92 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 64 km
Jun 23, 2008 10 km ESE of Cohutta, Georgia M3.1 81 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

515 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 158 fatalities, 2,117 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 73 km 25
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 50 km 14
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 46 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 52 km 20
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 30 km 1
Apr 24, 2010 EF4 74 km 0
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 40 km 1
Nov 15, 1989 EF4 94 km 21
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 71 km 11
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 83 km 9
May 19, 1973 EF4 60 km 0
Feb 29, 1952 EF4 80 km 2
Feb 13, 1952 EF4 57 km 3
May 8, 2024 EF3 43 km 0
Apr 1, 2023 EF3 78 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 43 km 2
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 91 km 2
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 36 km 4
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 76 km 2
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 98 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,213 ac, 2001).

Year Name Acres Distance
2001 UNNAMED 4,213 38 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,908 94 km
1987 STATEC0045 2,669 62 km
1999 UNNAMED 2,638 56 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,405 64 km
2007 WILDCAT BRANCH WFIRE 2,285 67 km
2018 RUFF CREEK 2,281 67 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,199 73 km
2016 UNNAMED 1,866 74 km
2016 BRIDGE CREEK ROAD 1,777 29 km
2014 SOUTH EAST COMPLEX 1,753 68 km
2016 BENCH BLUFF 1,715 78 km
2001 UNNAMED 1,691 35 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,669 68 km
2008 UNNAMED 1,530 67 km
2001 UNNAMED 1,491 87 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,449 94 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,396 72 km
2006 RD07-09 1,394 65 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,391 97 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 5.3 in
March 49°F (10°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 5.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 4.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
November 49°F (9°C) 5.2 in
December 41°F (5°C) 5.8 in

South Pittsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 35°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (3.8").

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South Pittsburg is located in Marion County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 8.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.4% of the vote, a 55.7-point margin. 81.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 46 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 58.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents217
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+77.1%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score4.96
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density370/sq mi
Total Area8.2 sq mi
CountyMarion County County

Services

Broadband Access81.6%
Avg Download Speed242.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed117.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants62
Retail Stores104

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone58.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%
Average costs for common services in South Pittsburg. 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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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 Marion County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,197 43 $69,695 3.20
Retail Trade 1,386 101 $32,384 1.66
Health Care & Social Assistance 712 60 $37,541 0.59
Construction 370 39 $96,463 0.84
Finance & Insurance 165 33 $61,189 0.49
Other Services 126 32 $37,382 0.50
Professional & Technical Services 82 50 $79,667 0.14
Information & Technology 59 17 $78,984 0.38
Administrative & Waste Services 58 17 $37,667 0.12
Real Estate 56 13 $52,732 0.43
Management of Companies 11 3 $177,886 0.08
Educational Services 10 4 $65,521 0.06

Schools in South Pittsburg

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
South Pittsburg Elementary Elementary 521 30 17.4:1
South Pittsburg High School High 425 25 17.0:1
Richard Hardy Memorial School Other 182 16 11.4:1
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Radio Stations near South Pittsburg

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Christmas 365 - Santa's Radio (MP3) christmas music, holiday MP3 128 kbps
98.3 Nash Icon country AAC+ 48 kbps
95.5 Nash Icon country FLV
WWIC Radio country AAC+ 32 kbps
Mixx 99.3 pop, top 40 MP3
WUTC MP3 64 kbps
94.3 Nash Icon country AAC+ 48 kbps
NewsRadio 1150 WGOW news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Unified Arts Radio MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near South Pittsburg

1 campgrounds found near South Pittsburg.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground 4.9/5 9 $20

National Parks Near South Pittsburg

29 national parks and monuments found near South Pittsburg.

ParkTypeFee
Booker T Washington State Park Free
Booker T. Washington State Park State Park Free
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Cathedral Caverns State Park State Park Free
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park National Military Park $10
Cloudland Canyon State Park State Park Free
Cumberland Mountain State Park Free
Cumberland Trail State Park Free
Cumberland Trail (Calvert Addition) State Park Free
Desoto State Park State Park Free
DeSoto State Park State Park Free
Fall Creek Falls State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park State Park Free
Henry Horton State Park Free
Indian Springs State Park State Park Free
James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park State Park Free
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park Free
Little River Canyon National Preserve National Preserve $15
Monte Sano State Park State Park Free
Old Stone Fort State Park 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
Stones River National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Tims Ford State Park Free
Tims Ford State Park State Park Free

Museums in South Pittsburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
UNIVERSITY GALLERYART MUSEUM$111,230,986
SOUTH PITTSBURG HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION217 MAGNOLIA AVE1256495221$12,736
BRIDGEPORT AREA HISTORIC ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM116 SOULARD SQ2564954020$8,095
DADE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JASPER REGIONAL HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
RUSSELL CAVE NATIONAL MONUMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION2564952672
TRENTON DOWNTOWN ALLIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in South Pittsburg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
JASPER PUBLIC LIBRARY14 WEST SECOND STREET0.055,066
BRIDGEPORT - LENA CAGLE PUBLIC LIBRARY401 ALABAMA AVENUE0.012,361
STEVENSON PUBLIC LIBRARY102 WEST MAIN STREET0.012,000
MAY JUSTUS MEMORIAL LIBRARY24 DIXIE LEE AVENUE0.011,962
ORENA HUMPHREYS PUBLIC LIBRARY1130 NORTH MAIN STREET0.011,654
BEENE-PEARSON PUBLIC LIBRARY208 ELM AVENUE0.03,614
TRACY CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY50 MAIN ST.0.02,044

Farmers Markets in South Pittsburg

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grundy County/Tracy City Farmers Market14475 Hwy 4105/01/2014 to 10/01/2014Thu: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;
South Cumberland Farmers Market39 Ballpark Road01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019Tue: 4:30 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Trenton Farmers MarketVeterans Park, DowntownMay to NovemberSat:9:00 AM - 12:00 PM;

Gas Stations in South Pittsburg

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Nursing Homes in South Pittsburg

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BRIDGE AT SOUTH PITTSBURG, THE
201 EAST 10TH STREET
For profit - Corporation 165 113 4/5 3/5 2/5 4238377981

Pharmacies in South Pittsburg

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
THE DRUGSTORE 335 SOUTH CEDAR AVENUE 423-837-6855

EV Charging Stations in South Pittsburg

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
LODGE CAST IRON STORE & MUSEUM220 East 3rd StChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in South Pittsburg

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1649 Trusselville RdTOWER111
1649 Trusselville RdTOWER111
1649C TRUSSELL RD (40064)GTOWER111
2445 County Rd 326 (99925)GTOWER93
DEEP WOODS RD 2 MI N OF FIRE TWR RDTOWER91
DEEP WOODS RD 2 MI N OF FIRE TWR RDTOWER91
DEEP WOODS RD 2 MI N OF FIRE TWR RDTOWER91
DEEP WOODS RD 2 MI N OF FIRE TWR RDTOWER91
3800 PARTIN FARM ROAD (101185)LTOWER87
3128 South Pittsburg Mountain Road (63369)GTOWER85
165 County Rd 266 (99924)GTOWER82
165 County Rd 266 (99924)GTOWER82
2064 COUNTY ROAD 96 (70398)LTOWER57

Fire Stations in South Pittsburg

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Battle Creek Volunteer Fire Department149 Goff Payne RDVolunteer423-837-5964
New Hope Volunteer Fire Department279 Short Hollow RDVolunteer423-837-8666
Orme Volunteer Fire Department796 Orme RDVolunteer000-000-0000
South Pittsburg Fire/Rescue205 Elm AVEMostly volunteer423-837-5000
South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.115 Kirk LNVolunteer423-837-7775
Sweeton Cove Volunteer Fire Department6096 Sweetens Cove RDVolunteer423-837-7786

Bridges in South Pittsburg

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19952211,950G
CulvertConcrete continuous19952311,950G
CulvertConcrete continuous19954011,950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199535211,950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19951426,513G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19951426,513G
Arch (Thru)Steel19811,5144,316F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19952524,316G
CulvertConcrete continuous1928233,612F
SlabConcrete1940251,690P
CulvertConcrete continuous199227580G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1963341380F
CulvertConcrete194022330F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1974165250F
CulvertConcrete continuous199026180G
CulvertConcrete continuous199522150G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous199913370G

Superfund Sites Near South Pittsburg

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MEAD PAPERBOARD - DISTRICT I SHOP642 COUNTY ROAD 276JACKSON
WESTROCK STEVENSON MILL1611 CO RD 85JACKSON
WESTROCK STEVENSON MILL1611 CO RD 85JACKSON
WESTROCK STEVENSON MILL1611 CO RD 85JACKSON

Airports Near South Pittsburg

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)CHAMedium Airport
Richard B Russell AirportRMGMedium Airport
Amacher StripSmall Airport
Arnold Air Force BaseTUHSmall Airport
Austin FieldSmall Airport
Barwick Lafayette AirportSmall Airport
Basham FieldSmall Airport
Bomar Field / Shelbyville Municipal AirportSYISmall Airport
Cedar Glade AerodromeSmall Airport
Cloudmont AirparkSmall Airport
Collegedale Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Dallas Bay Sky Park AirportSmall Airport
Denney AirportSmall Airport
Disney Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dunlap AirparkSmall Airport
Flint River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying BK Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying G Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying J Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flylander Farm AirportSmall Airport
Fox Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Franklin County AirportUOSSmall Airport
Freedom FieldSmall Airport
Frerichs AirportSmall Airport
Gibson FieldSmall Airport
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes FieldSmall Airport
Hog Lot LandingSmall Airport
Hogjowl AirportSmall Airport
Hogue AirportSmall Airport
Indian Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Isbell FieldSmall Airport
J5 Mike AirportSmall Airport
King AirportSmall Airport
Krashinsky AirfieldSmall Airport
Leon's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Little AirportSmall Airport
Lookout Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Magic Valley AirportSmall Airport
Marion County Airport - Brown FieldAPTSmall Airport
Moontown AirportSmall Airport
Mount Bakewell AirfieldSmall Airport
Mount Cove STOLportSmall Airport
Myers-Smith AirportSmall Airport
Piney Creek AirportSmall Airport
Possum Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Riverside AirportSmall Airport
Roseanne AirportSmall Airport
Scottsboro Municipal Word FieldSmall Airport
Shannon Flight StripSmall Airport
Stevenson AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in South Pittsburg

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Police Department

Grocery Stores in South Pittsburg

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Arya ExpressConvenience Store1200 S Cedar Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 459Other439 S Cedar Ave
DOLLARTREE 9557Other118 N Cedar Ave
Foodland 436Supermarket100 N Cedar Ave
Kanku's Express #10Convenience Store101 S Cedar Ave
Lottery Food MartConvenience Store2021 S Cedar Ave
Lotto MartConvenience Store519 E 12th St
Neel Robin IncConvenience Store2175 S Cedar Ave
Raceway 7020Convenience Store730 East 12th St

Post Offices in South Pittsburg

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
South Pittsburg Post Office

Treatment Centers in South Pittsburg

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bridge HealthBoth706-956-5526
Volunteer Behavioral Health - Jasper CampusBoth423-942-3961

DOL Wage Violations in South Pittsburg

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $40,244 in back wages owed to 32 employees.

4
Violations
$40,244
Back Wages Owed
32
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
SOUTH PITTSBURG - POLICE DEPARTMENT [OSHA] 37380 Police Protection 1 $37,200 $2,325 16
Stevarinos 37380 1 $1,867 $207 9
Jesse's Grill 37380 1 $925 $231 4
Subway Subway 37380 1 $252 $84 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in South Pittsburg

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ATTM712 ELM AVE
FIRST LOVE MINISTRY INC108 E 2ND ST
NATIVE AMERICAN MINISTRY OF THE PIQUA SEPT270 S BLUFF RD
TENNESSEE-GEORGIA PRESBYTERY OF THE CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH214 DIXIE AVE

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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About South Pittsburg

What is the population of South Pittsburg?

South Pittsburg has a population of 3,040 residents and is located in Tennessee. The population density is 370 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.1% female and 53.9% male.

Is South Pittsburg expensive to live in?

South Pittsburg 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 $54,347, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,700 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is South Pittsburg safe?

South Pittsburg is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 266 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 665 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, South Pittsburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in South Pittsburg?

South Pittsburg 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 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in South Pittsburg?

South Pittsburg has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 588 business establishments in the area, including 62 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 2.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in South Pittsburg?

The median home value in South Pittsburg is $160,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,086. For renters, the median monthly rent is $796. Fair market rent is $924 for a 1-bedroom and $1,118 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 70.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,759.

How are the schools in South Pittsburg?

Schools in South Pittsburg score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.4% of adults in South Pittsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is South Pittsburg?

The obesity rate in South Pittsburg is 41.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.5% of adults are smokers. 31.1% are physically inactive. 31.7% of residents report depression. 14.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 71.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,888.

What is transportation like in South Pittsburg?

The average commute in South Pittsburg is 26 minutes. 58.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of South Pittsburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of South Pittsburg is 88.4% White, 8.1% Black or African American. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 11.1% of the population are military veterans. 32.3% of residents have a disability. 86.2% have health insurance coverage.

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