Spring City, TN
Tennessee · Rhea County
Spring City is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,299. Residents earn $35,957 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
2.9
/5.0
C+
Fair
2,299
Population
830/sq mi density
$35,957
Median Income
$27,135 per capita
$151,600
Home Value
$282,640 Zillow
$645
Median Rent
28.3% income on rent
57°F
Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$35,957 median income, 13.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$151,600 home value, $645/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$35,957
52% lower than US avg
Home Value
$151,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$645
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
13.1%
264% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.4%
16% higher than US avg
How Spring City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,299
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density830/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.8%
Economy
CMedian Income$35,957
Per Capita$27,135
Unemployment13.1%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$2,982M
Commute25 min
Housing
AHome Value$151,600
Rent$645
Ownership69.1%
Zillow$282,640
Housing Units1,123
Rent Burden28.3%
Health
Obesity43.1%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking22.9%
Depression32.3%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Elevation773 ft (236 m)
Education
CBachelor's+14.6%
High School+83.5%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.27
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute25 min
Broadband76.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries3
Is Spring City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Spring City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Spring City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Spring City is $35,957, 52% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.1%, unemployment is notably high. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Spring City is $151,600, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Spring City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches.
Spring City has a population of 2,299 with a density of 830 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.5% female and 52.5% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 2% Hispanic, 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents. 10.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 29.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.7% have health insurance coverage.
Population
2,299
Total Population
2023 Census
830
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Spring City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Spring City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Spring City is $35,957, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,135 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,099, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 635 business establishments, including 64 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. 5.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Spring City vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,957 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,135 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,099 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,292 |
| Gini Index | 0.418 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.1% |
| 264% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.4% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 635 |
| County GDP | $2,982M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 111 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,907 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 91.90 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
Walkability
The median home value in Spring City is $151,600, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,640, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $645 (45% 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. 69.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,123 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $2,907 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 28.3% 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 | $151,600 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $282,640 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $645 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 28.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.9% |
| Housing Units | 1,123 |
| Median Year Built | 1973 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,907 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.92% |
In Spring City, 43.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 38.6% have high blood pressure. 22.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.0% report binge drinking. 30.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 32.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.9% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,761. The dentist ratio is 1:3,748. 45.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.5 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Spring City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.6% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 22.9% |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.3% |
| Depression | 32.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.9% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
| Short Sleep | 41.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Uninsured | 7.3% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,761 |
| Dentists | 1:3,748 |
| Mental Health | 1:2,827 |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Dental Visits | 51.2% |
| Premature Death | 13,334/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Spring City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 773 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 773 ft (236 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 830/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6864°N, 84.8642°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Rhea County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) 50 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 49.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 57.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 33.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
Spring City has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 37°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.0") and August the driest (3.1").
Spring City is located in Rhea County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 14.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.9% of the vote, a 66.9-point margin. 76.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 60 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 66.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Traffic Accidents | 29 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.6% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.27 |
C
Education Grade (2.2/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 830/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| County | Rhea County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 76.1% |
| Avg Download Speed | 102.7 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 18.6 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Retail Stores | 111 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
Average costs for common services in Spring City. 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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 Rhea County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 3,734 | 38 | $60,840 | 3.79 |
| Retail Trade | 1,265 | 106 | $29,640 | 1.06 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 918 | 62 | $19,205 | 0.84 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 700 | 24 | $24,967 | 0.99 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 375 | 23 | $47,405 | 0.74 |
| Finance & Insurance | 190 | 42 | $83,260 | 0.39 |
| Construction | 184 | 44 | $68,312 | 0.29 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 142 | 62 | $54,191 | 0.17 |
| Other Services | 100 | 29 | $44,059 | 0.28 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 88 | 8 | $10,423 | 0.44 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 65 | 10 | $35,064 | 0.67 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 55 | 5 | $69,946 | 1.21 |
| Real Estate | 54 | 22 | $51,205 | 0.29 |
| Information & Technology | 26 | 10 | $87,510 | 0.12 |
| Unclassified | 2 | 3 | $21,172 | 0.12 |
Schools in Spring City
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring City Elementary | Elementary | 570 | 46 | 12.4:1 |
| Spring City Middle School | Middle | 293 | 16 | 18.3:1 |
Radio Stations near Spring City
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio KCM | local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 93.3 FM WXRH | classic country | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Spring City
3 campgrounds found near Spring City.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| QUINN SPRINGS PAVILION | 5.0/5 | 1 | $30 |
| Rock Creek Campground (TN) | 4.3/5 | 11 | $15 |
| Lost Corral Horse Camp | - | 1 | Free |
National Parks Near Spring City
39 national parks and monuments found near Spring City.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Booker T Washington | State Park | Free |
| Booker T. Washington 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 |
| Cordell Hull | 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 |
| Dale Hollow Lake State Resort 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 Mountain | State Park | Free |
| Indian Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Norris Dam | State Park | Free |
| Norris Dam State Park | State Park | Free |
| Obed Wild & Scenic River | Wild & Scenic River | Free |
| Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Pickett | 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 |
| Standing Stone | State Park | Free |
| Vogel State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Spring City
17 trails found near Spring City.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN MUIR NATIONAL RECREATION | 17.9 | - | - | - | |
| COOPER GAP | 7.5 | - | - | - | |
| COFFEE BRANCH TRAIL | 7.3 | - | - | - | |
| STARR MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL | 4.9 | - | - | - | |
| UNICOI MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL | 4.0 | - | - | - | |
| HOGBACK HORSE TRAIL | 4.0 | - | - | - | |
| OSWALD DOME TRAIL | 3.8 | - | - | - | |
| CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAIL | 3.5 | - | - | - | |
| STARR MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAIL | 3.2 | - | - | - | |
| BULLET CREEK HORSE TRAIL | 3.2 | - | - | - | |
| COKER CREEK FALLS TRAIL | 2.3 | - | - | - | |
| FISHERMAN'S TRAIL | 1.2 | - | - | - | |
| GEE CREEK HIKING TRAIL | 1.2 | - | - | - | |
| YELLOW CREEK HORSE TRAIL | 1.1 | - | - | - | |
| BURKETT IVENS HORSE TRAIL | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| BULLET CREEK SPUR HORSE TRAIL | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| LOWERY FALLS | 0.3 | - | - | - |
Museums in Spring City
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEIGS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4233344424 | ||
| MEIGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 200 SMITH AVE | 4233344424 | |
| O'BRIEN ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8653543000 | ||
| ROCKWOOD 2000 | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SPRING CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM DEPOT FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 390 FRONT ST | 4233655210 |
Libraries in Spring City
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLYDE W. RODDY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 371 FIRST AVENUE | 0.0 | 74,139 | |||
| ROCKWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 117 NORTH FRONT STREET | 0.0 | 31,507 | |||
| AUDREY PACK MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 169 WEST RHEA AVENUE | 0.0 | 20,080 | |||
| MEIGS-DECATUR PUBLIC LIBRARY | 120 MEMORIAL DRIVE | 0.0 | 14,949 | |||
| GRAYSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 151 MILL STREET | 0.0 | 1,492 |
Farmers Markets in Spring City
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton Farmers Market | Washington Street | 04/01/2016 to 10/01/2016 | Mon: 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 |
Hotels in Spring City
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Spring City
Restaurants in Spring City
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ayala’s Grill
BB’s Cafe
China Panda Buffet
Nick's Lakeside Grill
Pizza Hut
Rocky Springs Smokehause
Winstead's American Grill & Bar
Theatres in Spring City
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Tennessee Valley Theatre
Monuments in Spring City
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Spring City Bus/Train Accident Memorial
Gas Stations in Spring City
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Big Apple Market
Rocky Top Market - Spring City
Shell
Sunoco
Banks in Spring City
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
First Financial Bank
First Tennessee Bank
SouthEast Bank
Nursing Homes in Spring City
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPRING CITY CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 331 HINCH STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 138 | 96 | 3/5 | - | 2/5 | 4/5 | 4233654355 |
Pharmacies in Spring City
2 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| HASSLER'S DRUGS | 401 FRONT STREET | 423-365-9202 |
| SPRING CITY PHARMACY | 141 CLINTON AVENUE | 423-365-6351 |
EV Charging Stations in Spring City
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watts Bar Nuclear (WBN) | 1270 Highway 68 | Non-Networked | 10 | J1772 | private |
Cell Towers in Spring City
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 1634 Rhea County Highway | GTOWER | 79 |
| 191 Sawyer Hill Road | LTOWER | 77 |
| 334 Riddle Street | LTOWER | 67 |
| 1333 White Oak Rd | LTOWER | 61 |
| ADJ TO LOOKOUT TWR ON CUMBERLAND ESCARPMENT | TOWER | 60 |
| ADJ TO LOOKOUT TWR ON CUMBERLAND ESCARPMENT | TOWER | 60 |
Fire Stations in Spring City
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luminary-Frostbite Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. | 13002 Summer City RD | Volunteer | 423-533-4215 | ||
| Spring City Volunteer Fire Department | 241 Front ST | Volunteer | 423-365-7070 |
Power Plants Near Spring City
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WATTS BAR FOSSIL | CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL | 221112 | -84.8 | RE |
| WATTS BAR HYDRO | CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC | 221111 | -84.8 | OP |
| WATTS BAR NUCLEAR PLANT | NUCLEAR | 221113 | -84.8 | OP |
Bridges in Spring City
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2003 | 23 | 10,089 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 119 | 10,089 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 119 | 10,089 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2011 | 125 | 8,838 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1931 | 45 | 5,821 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1931 | 23 | 5,821 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2008 | 341 | 5,821 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2008 | 25 | 5,821 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2008 | 133 | 5,821 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1941 | 23 | 5,563 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 1930 | 64 | 3,926 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1930 | 185 | 3,926 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1989 | 309 | 3,370 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1979 | 26 | 3,296 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1962 | 23 | 3,296 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1980 | 255 | 3,296 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1942 | 50 | 1,799 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1970 | 264 | 1,413 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete | 1962 | 114 | 1,166 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1963 | 34 | 1,166 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1960 | 22 | 1,090 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1942 | 27 | 1,068 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1955 | 48 | 860 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1938 | 21 | 823 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1994 | 39 | 760 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1982 | 34 | 617 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1982 | 123 | 617 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1984 | 33 | 510 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1956 | 285 | 462 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1984 | 45 | 410 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1987 | 39 | 290 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1942 | 25 | 274 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2014 | 84 | 274 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1977 | 53 | 230 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2010 | 33 | 220 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1987 | 59 | 80 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1950 | 51 | 40 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1960 | 85 | 20 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2003 | 26 | 10 | G |
Airports Near Spring City
49 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) | CHA | Medium Airport |
| Crossville Memorial Airport Whitson Field | CSV | Medium Airport |
| Austin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Big T Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Browder Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buck Creek Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campbell County Airport - Colonel Tommy C Stiner Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chilhowee Gliderport | - | Small Airport |
| Cleveland Regional Jetport | - | Small Airport |
| Collegedale Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cox Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cub Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dallas Bay Sky Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunlap Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Happy Landings Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hog Lot Landing | - | Small Airport |
| Hogue Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Holder Field | - | Small Airport |
| Jamestown Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Livingston Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Magic Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marion County Airport - Brown Field | APT | Small Airport |
| Mark Anton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Martin Campbell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Massingale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mcgraw's Backyard Airport | - | Small Airport |
| McMinn County Airport | MMI | Small Airport |
| Meadowlake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monroe County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Bakewell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Natural Selection Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oliver Springs Inc Airport | - | Small Airport |
| One Grand Field | - | Small Airport |
| Petty Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pops Landing | - | Small Airport |
| Possum Bottom Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Providence Landing | - | Small Airport |
| Raby Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Rockwood Municipal Airport | RKW | Small Airport |
| Rostex Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Schiff Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tellico Plains Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Upper Cumberland Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vintage Field | - | Small Airport |
| West Wind Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Will A Hildreth Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wolf Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Spring City
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dayton Police Department | ||
| Meigs County Sherff's Office | 410 River Road | |
| Rhea County Sherrif's Department |
Grocery Stores in Spring City
16 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Market | Convenience Store | 25086 Rhea County Hwy |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 11237 | Other | 2690 State Highway 304 |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 18944 | Other | 2147 Watts Bar Hwy |
| Dollar General 24740 | Other | 5560 Wassom Memorial Hwy |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 331 | Other | 23494 Rhea Co Highway |
| Family Dollar 2640 | Other | 141 E Clinton |
| Farmstead 68 1 | Farmers and Markets | 5875 Wassom Memorial Hwy |
| Get-n Place | Convenience Store | 10361 Shut in Gap Rd |
| Highway 68 Market | Convenience Store | 2451 Watts Bar Hwy |
| J & L MARKET | Convenience Store | 2047 Watts Bar Hwy |
| Lee Ann's Fruit Mkt | Specialty Store | 232 Neal St |
| Luminary Country Market | Convenience Store | 403 Lowes Gap Rd |
| PIGGLY WIGGLY | Supermarket | 141 Clinton Ave |
| Rocky Springs Mart | Convenience Store | 7775 Toestring Valley Rd |
| Rocky Top Markets 922 | Convenience Store | 22620 Rhea County Hwy |
| Sp Market 1 | Convenience Store | 29542 Rhea County Hwy |
Post Offices in Spring City
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Grandview Post Office | |
| Spring City Post Office | |
| Ten Mile Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Spring City
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Groups Recover Together | Substance Abuse | 888-858-1723 |
| Spero Health | Substance Abuse | 931-340-5065 |
| Volunteer Behavioral Health - Dayton Campus | Both | 423-570-0077 |
| Volunteer Behavioral Health - Rockwood Campus | Both | 865-370-2060 |
DOL Wage Violations in Spring City
2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $17,354 in back wages owed to 42 employees.
2
Violations
$17,354
Back Wages Owed
42
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Valley Authority Watts Bar | - | - | 37381 | - | 1 | $14,733 | $982 | 15 |
| Tidwell's Berry Farm | - | - | 37381 | - | 2 | $2,622 | $97 | 27 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Spring City
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ABUNDANT LIFE-CHURCH OF GOD PROPHECY | 9946 HIGHWAY 68 |
| CEDINE BIBLE MISSION INC | 333 CEDINE CAMP RD |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH | 140 DOC LOY RD |
| CROSS OF CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH | PO BOX 94 |
| FRIENDS OF THE PARKS OF SPRING CITY TENNESSEE | PO BOX 463 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL | PO BOX 546 |
| LITTLE MISSIONS CHURCH | RT 3 BOX 361 |
| NEW BEGINNING CHURCH | PO BOX 67 |
| NEW HOPE INDEPENDENT BAPTIST CHURCH | 2219 WATTS BAR HWY |
| REEDS CHAPEL | RT 1 BOX 155A |
| RESTORING HOPE CHURCH OF GOD | 1912 WASSOM MEMORIAL HWY |
| SPRING CITY BAPTIST CHURCH | PO BOX 494 |
| SPRING CITY FOURSQUARE CHURCH | 440 PICCADILLY AVE |
| TIME-OUT PLACE | PO BOX 817 |
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Mines
14
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines Near Spring City
14 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Spring City.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Alpha No 2 Ug | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Brady Ridge Mine | Dimension Sandstone - Surface (Abandoned) |
| E T R No 3 Ug | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| E T R No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Etr Plant #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Georgia Branch | Dimension Stone NEC - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Graysville No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Kitty Hollow South | Shell - Surface (Intermittent) |
| Kitty Hollow-Plant | Clay, Ceramic, Refractory Mnls. - Surface (Active) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Otis Quarry #1 | Crushed, Broken Limestone NEC - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Otis Quarry #2 | Crushed, Broken Limestone NEC - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Soak Creek | Crushed, Broken Stone NEC - Surface (Active) |
| Ten Mile Quarry | Crushed, Broken Limestone NEC - Surface (Abandoned) |
Waterfalls Near Spring City
8 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Spring City.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Deep Pool Cascades 8 | |
| Hemlock Falls | |
| Lower Piney Falls 40 | |
| Pine Branch Falls | |
| Ray Falls | |
| Stinging Fork Falls 60 | |
| Upper Piney Falls 80 | |
| White Pine Cascades 28 |
UFO Sightings Near Spring City
6 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Spring City.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Spring city, TN | 2013 | Very bright blue/white shiny oval object, no sound & stationary, smooth solid with no windows or other features. |
| Ten mile, TN | 2013 | Large light appeared over Watts Bar Lake.Light got bigger and become vertical oblong.Light was stationary for 3 minutes. Then s |
| Spring city, TN | 2011 | Bright red, orange near Watts Bar in Spring City, TN |
| Spring city, TN | 2010 | 6-8 ufo's waiting on one ufo to reach the group. |
| Luminary, TN | 2009 | 2 UFO 's over Sequatchie Valley,Tennessee |
| Spring city, TN | 1970 | Large fireball hovers above ground and then streaks into space at high speed. |
Historic Markers Near Spring City
1 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Spring City.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Grandview Normal Institute | Marker is on Wassom Memorial Highway east of Hemlock Drive, on the right when traveling east. |
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What is the population of Spring City?
Spring City has a population of 2,299 residents and is located in Tennessee. The population density is 830 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.5% female and 52.5% male.
Is Spring City expensive to live in?
Spring City 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 $35,957, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $151,600 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Spring City?
Spring City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Spring City?
The job market in Spring City faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,099. There are 635 business establishments in the area, including 64 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 5.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Spring City?
The median home value in Spring City is $151,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,640. For renters, the median monthly rent is $645. Fair market rent is $924 for a 1-bedroom and $1,118 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,907.
How are the schools in Spring City?
Schools in Spring City score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.6% of adults in Spring City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Spring City?
The obesity rate in Spring City is 43.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.9% of adults are smokers. 30.3% are physically inactive. 32.3% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 45.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,761.
What is transportation like in Spring City?
The average commute in Spring City is 25 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of Spring City?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Spring City is 94.3% White, 3% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home. 10.8% of the population are military veterans. 29.9% of residents have a disability. 92.7% have health insurance coverage.
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