Sweetwater, TN

Tennessee · Loudon County · Knoxville Metro

Sweetwater is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 6,462. Residents earn $44,661 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

6,462 Population 720/sq mi density

$44,661 Median Income $25,261 per capita

$166,000 Home Value $251,882 Zillow

$625 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent

59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr

494 Violent Crime/100K 5,021 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$44,661 median income, 4.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$166,000 home value, $625/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

494 violent crimes/100K (30% above avg)

Education

2.4 / 5.0

17.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $44,661

41% lower than US avg

Home Value $166,000

41% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 494/100K

30% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.4%

48% lower than US avg

Median Rent $625

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.9%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.5%

25% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.6%

10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,462

Median Age43.2 yrs

Density720/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans6.1%

Economy

Median Income$44,661

Per Capita$25,261

Unemployment4.5%

Poverty13.6%

County GDP$3,117M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$166,000

Rent$625

Ownership54.9%

Zillow$251,882

Housing Units3,020

Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

Violent494/100K

Property5,021/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault477/100K

Burglary783/100K

Health

Obesity39.9%

Uninsured14.2%

Smoking23.4%

Depression33.1%

Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain55.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation996 ft (304 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.4%

High School+88.3%

Graduate+5.3%

School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%

Commute21 min

Broadband86.1%

EV Stations3

Libraries5

Is Sweetwater a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sweetwater is $44,661, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sweetwater is $166,000, 41% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 494 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,021 per 100,000, 156% above the national average.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sweetwater enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sweetwater has a population of 6,462 with a density of 720 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.1% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 5.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.8% of residents, while 6.2% speak Spanish. 6.1% of the population are veterans. 21.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,462

Total Population

720

People / sq mi

43.2yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

9.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%

Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sweetwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.8%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.2%

54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sweetwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sweetwater is $44,661, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,261 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,047, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,455 business establishments, including 96 restaurants. The cost of living index is 91.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sweetwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$44,661
	41% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,261
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,047
IRS Avg AGI	$93,290
Gini Index	0.452 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.5%
	25% above US avg
Poverty Rate	13.6%
	10% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,455
County GDP	$3,117M

Business (County)

Restaurants	96
Healthcare	127
Retail	160
Manufacturing	52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,916
	12% above US avg
Cost of Living	91.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.4 min
Drive Alone	81.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sweetwater is $166,000, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,882, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% 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. 54.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,020 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $3,916. 32.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$166,000
	41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$251,882

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$625
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	54.9%
Owner-Occupied	54.9%
Renter-Occupied	45.1%
Housing Units	3,020
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,916
	12% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.36%

In Sweetwater, 39.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 38.9% have high blood pressure. 23.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.1% report binge drinking. 31.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.3% experience frequent mental distress. 14.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,829. The dentist ratio is 1:1,939. 49.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.9%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	12.9%
Heart Disease	6.9%
High Blood Pressure	38.9%
Asthma	11.9%
COPD	10.1%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.4%
	67% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.1%
Physical Inactivity	31.5%
Depression	33.1%
Mental Distress	23.3%
Physical Distress	17.3%
Short Sleep	38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.1%
Uninsured	14.2%
	65% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,829
Dentists	1:1,939
Mental Health	1:1,782
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	50.3%
Premature Death	10,983/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	49.2%
Healthcare Facilities	127

Sweetwater has a violent crime rate of 494 per 100,000 residents, 30% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 476.6 per 100,000, robbery at 17.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,021 per 100,000, 156% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,728, burglary at 783, vehicle theft at 511 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sweetwater receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	493.6/100K
	30% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	17.0/100K
Assault	476.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	5,021.3/100K
	156% above US avg
Burglary	783.0/100K
Theft	3,727.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	510.6/100K
Arson	17.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	95
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Sweetwater enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 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 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 996 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.1°F
	9% above US avg
January Average	38°F (4°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	996 ft (304 m)
Area	9.0 sq mi (23.3 km²)
Population Density	720/sq mi
Coordinates	35.6026°N, 84.4734°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Loudon County County
Nearest Airport	Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) 31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.2"

45% above US avg

Snowfall 4.0"

Wettest Month (Mar) 5.87"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0454 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	68.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	68.1 / 100
Community Resilience	68.0 / 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 Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

191 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

May 10, 2025	21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee	M4.1	45 km
Jul 30, 1997	6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee	M3.8	131 km
Jan 20, 2020	2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee	M3.8	100 km
Jul 5, 1995	12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee	M3.7	41 km
Jun 17, 1998	9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee	M3.6	39 km
Jul 19, 1997	12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.5	79 km
Jun 19, 2007	10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee	M3.5	83 km
Jun 16, 2006	9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina	M3.4	115 km
Mar 5, 2019	7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee	M3.4	102 km
Apr 20, 2010	4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee	M3.3	45 km
Aug 31, 2009	2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee	M3.3	37 km
Mar 18, 1995	10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee	M3.3	47 km
Apr 11, 2006	5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee	M3.3	27 km
Jun 4, 2023	4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina	M3.2	145 km
Mar 7, 2001	5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee	M3.2	34 km
Mar 21, 2001	7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia	M3.2	121 km
Aug 1, 2009	8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee	M3.2	62 km
May 10, 2006	3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee	M3.2	10 km
Jul 26, 2001	11 km S of New Market, Tennessee	M3.2	94 km
Jan 27, 2009	4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky	M3.2	134 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

273 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 62 fatalities, 964 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	91 km	4
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	39 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	74 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	90 km	7
May 2, 1953	EF4	29 km	4
Nov 30, 2016	EF3	59 km	2
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	82 km	0
Mar 23, 2011	EF3	23 km	0
Nov 10, 2002	EF3	49 km	7
Nov 10, 2002	EF3	66 km	4
Mar 29, 1997	EF3	98 km	0
Mar 29, 1997	EF3	64 km	0
May 18, 1995	EF3	69 km	0
Apr 15, 1994	EF3	57 km	1
Feb 21, 1993	EF3	26 km	1
Feb 21, 1993	EF3	19 km	0
Feb 21, 1993	EF3	51 km	0
Feb 6, 1986	EF3	52 km	0
Apr 8, 1974	EF3	23 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	69 km	1

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	78 km
2016	CHIMNEY TOPS 2	14,998	88 km
2016	TELLICO	14,172	87 km
1987	UNNAMED	11,663	70 km
2016	STINKING CREEK	10,768	98 km
2016	BOTELER	8,626	94 km
2024	RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE	8,324	43 km
2000	UNNAMED	8,064	78 km
2016	MAPLE SPRINGS	7,696	54 km
2001	SHARP	6,039	93 km
1987	UNNAMED	5,973	93 km
2000	UNNAMED	5,371	65 km
2024	RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE	5,154	36 km
2003	UNNAMED	4,675	44 km
2024	RX - O63 CHESTNUT MTN	4,570	67 km
2013	BEAVER DAM	4,336	50 km
2001	UNNAMED	4,213	98 km
2021	UNNAMED	3,888	37 km
1987	UNNAMED	3,854	84 km
2021	DUTCH CREEK	3,845	63 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (4°C)	5.0 in	Coldest
February	41°F (5°C)	4.7 in
March	49°F (9°C)	5.9 in	Wettest
April	57°F (14°C)	4.4 in
May	65°F (18°C)	4.8 in
June	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in
July	79°F (26°C)	5.2 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	4.0 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
October	58°F (15°C)	3.4 in	Driest
November	48°F (9°C)	4.5 in
December	40°F (5°C)	5.2 in

Sweetwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 38°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and October the driest (3.4").

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Sweetwater is located in Loudon County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76% of the vote, a 53-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 127 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%

D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	95
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.4%
	48% below US avg
High School+	88.3%
Graduate Degree+	5.3%
School Test Score	5.45

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	720/sq mi
Total Area	9.0 sq mi
County	Loudon County County

Services

Broadband Access	86.1%
Avg Download Speed	123.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	14.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	127
Restaurants	96
Retail Stores	160

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.4 min
Drive Alone	81.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.0%

Average costs for common services in Sweetwater. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

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

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Auto Repair

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

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Home Services

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

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Legal

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

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Personal Care

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

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Food & Grocery

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

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Utilities

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

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Transportation

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

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Education & Childcare

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

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Pets

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

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$917
Toddler	$634
Preschool	$634
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$555
Preschool	$555

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Loudon County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	3,557	87	$77,115	2.45
Retail Trade	3,377	168	$38,199	1.92
Accommodation & Food Services	1,721	106	$25,673	1.07
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,620	155	$53,049	0.64
Transportation & Warehousing	1,019	56	$57,202	1.36
Construction	760	148	$57,451	0.82
Administrative & Waste Services	630	102	$54,260	0.61
Other Services	561	96	$38,435	1.06
Professional & Technical Services	398	177	$79,421	0.32
Finance & Insurance	305	82	$78,050	0.43
Arts & Entertainment	215	14	$30,033	0.72
Real Estate	111	46	$62,339	0.41
Information & Technology	76	37	$84,849	0.23
Educational Services	56	12	$47,199	0.15
Unclassified	7	7	$70,581	0.28
Management of Companies	6	4	$248,653	0.02

Colleges & Universities in Sweetwater

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Sweetwater Institute of Cosmetology	Private For-Profit · Certificate	78	—	—	—

Hospitals in Sweetwater

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
SWEETWATER HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(865) 213-8200

Schools in Sweetwater

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Sweetwater High School	High	559	39	14.3:1
Sweetwater Primary School	Elementary	556	35	15.9:1
Sweetwater Jr High School	Middle	322	20	16.1:1
Brown Intermediate School	Middle	309	17	18.2:1
Sweetwater Elementary	Elementary	299	18	16.6:1

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Radio Stations near Sweetwater

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 Sweetwater

21 campgrounds found near Sweetwater.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
DONLEY CABIN	5.0/5	—	Free
QUINN SPRINGS PAVILION	5.0/5	1	$30
CHILHOWEE GROUP CAMP	4.7/5	1	$50
INDIAN BOUNDARY	4.6/5	86	$20
CHILHOWEE CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	59	$12–$30
PARKSVILLE LAKE RV CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	16	$20–$40
Rock Creek Campground (TN)	4.3/5	11	$15
Swan Cabin Group Camp	4.3/5	1	$25
MCNABB CREEK GROUP	4.0/5	1	$30
Big Oak Cove Campground	—	—	Free
Big Oak Cove Campground	—	1	Free
Birch Branch Campground	—	1	Free
Davis Branch Campground	—	1	Free
Holder Cove Campground	—	1	Free
Holly Flats Campground	—	1	Free
Jake Best Campground	—	1	Free
Lost Corral Horse Camp	—	1	Free
North River Campground	—	1	Free
Rough Ridge Campground	—	1	Free
Spivey Cove Campground	—	1	Free
State Line Campground	—	1	Free

National Parks Near Sweetwater

34 national parks and monuments found near Sweetwater.

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
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
Fall Creek Falls	State Park	Free
Fort Loudon	State Park	Free
Fort Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Frozen Head	State Park	Free
Great Smoky Mountains National Park	National 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
Moccasin Creek 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
Pickett	State Park	Free
Red Clay	State Park	Free
Seven Islands	State Park	Free
Standing Stone	State Park	Free
Unicoi State Park	State Park	Free
Vogel State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Sweetwater

99 trails found near Sweetwater.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
BENTON-MCKAYE	45.7		—	—	—
JOHN MUIR NATIONAL RECREATION	17.9		—	—	—
SNOWBIRD MOUNTAIN	14.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SLICKROCK CREEK	12.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FODDERSTACK MOUNTAIN	10.4		—	—	—
COOPER GAP	7.5		—	—	—
SOUTH FORK OF CITICO TRAIL	7.5		—	—	—
UNICOI MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAIL	7.3		—	—	—
COFFEE BRANCH TRAIL	7.3		—	—	—
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD	7.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KING MEADOWS	6.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROOKSHIRE CREEK	6.1		—	—	—
LITTLE CITICO HORSE 3	5.6		—	—	—
SYCAMORE CREEK TRAIL	5.6		—	—	—
NORTH FORK OF CITICO TRAIL	5.2		—	—	—
STARR MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL	4.9		—	—	—
FLATS MOUNTAIN TRAIL	4.8		—	—	—
CLEAR CREEK TRAIL	4.6		—	—	—
UNICOI MTN MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	4.5		—	—	—
ROCKY FLATS TRAIL	4.5		—	—	—
BALD RIVER TRAIL	4.4		—	—	—
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLEMMER BIKE TRAIL	4.2		—	—	—
BRUSH MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL	4.1		—	—	—
WARRIORS PASSAGE TRAIL	4.1		—	—	—
KIRKLAND CREEK TRAIL	4.1		—	—	—
UNICOI MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL	4.0		—	—	—
HOGBACK HORSE TRAIL	4.0		—	—	—
OSWALD DOME TRAIL	3.8		—	—	—
MCNABB CREEK TRAIL	3.5		—	—	—
CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAIL	3.5		—	—	—
SMITH MTN MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	3.4		—	—	—
BASIN LEAD	3.3		—	—	—
PINE RIDGE TRAIL	3.2		—	—	—
STARR MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAIL	3.2		—	—	—
BULLET CREEK HORSE TRAIL	3.2		—	—	—
HEMLOCK TRAIL	3.1		—	—	—
STIFFKNEE TRAIL	3.1		—	—	—
IBRA LAKE LOOP TRAIL	3.0		—	—	—
LAUREL BRANCH TRAIL	3.0		—	—	—
NICHOLS COVE	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHIGG RIDGE TRAIL	2.8		—	—	—
TURTLETOWN CREEK FALLS HIKING	2.7		—	—	—
PANTHER BRANCH TRAIL	2.6		—	—	—
LONG BRANCH TRAIL	2.6		—	—	—
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRAVELSTAND TOP TRAIL	2.5		—	—	—
MITCHELL LICK	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CROWDER PLACE TRAIL	2.3		—	—	—
MILL BRANCH TRAIL	2.3		—	—	—
SUGAR COVE TRAIL	2.3		—	—	—
COKER CREEK FALLS TRAIL	2.3		—	—	—
HENDERSON MOUNTAIN TRAIL	2.3		—	—	—
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRASSY BRANCH TRAIL	2.2		—	—	—
LITTLE CITICO HORSE 4	2.1		—	—	—
LAUREL LOOP	1.8		—	—	—
JEFFERY'S HELL TRAIL	1.8		—	—	—
STRAWBERRY KNOB - BMT	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COLD SPRINGS GAP	1.7		—	—	—
BURNTROCK RIDGE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLEMMER SPUR	1.7		—	—	—
BIG STACK GAP	1.7		—	—	—
SCENIC SPUR TRAIL	1.6		—	—	—
AZALEA HIKING TRAIL	1.6		—	—	—
SLICKROCK LOOP BIKE TRAIL	1.6		—	—	—
BIG INDIAN BRANCH	1.5		—	—	—
BENTON FALLS HIKING TRAILS	1.5		—	—	—
WINDY GAP	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG FAT	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NAKED WIDOW LOOP	1.3		—	—	—
FALLS BRANCH TRAIL	1.3		—	—	—
FISHERMAN'S TRAIL	1.2		—	—	—
GEE CREEK HIKING TRAIL	1.2		—	—	—
YELLOW CREEK HORSE TRAIL	1.1		—	—	—
MIDDLE FALLS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MINGUS	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIM ROCK TRAIL	0.9		—	—	—
HUCKLEBERRY	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COWCAMP	0.8		—	—	—
ARBUTUS HIKING TRAIL	0.7		—	—	—
BURKETT IVENS HORSE TRAIL	0.6		—	—	—
BULLET CREEK SPUR HORSE TRAIL	0.6		—	—	—
GAZEBO	0.5		—	—	—
MCKAMY LAKE TRAIL	0.5		—	—	—
RIM ROCK SPUR	0.5		—	—	—
CONASAUGA FALLS TRAIL	0.5		—	—	—
ELDERBERRY	0.5		—	—	—
CHILHOWEE FOREST WALK	0.4		—	—	—
HOOPER BALD	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEACH	0.4		—	—	—
SWAN CABIN	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SPIRIT RIDGE	0.3	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
LOWERY FALLS	0.3		—	—	—
RED LEAF	0.3		—	—	—
WOLF LAUREL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MIDDLE FALLS ALT.	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAMSEY BLUFF	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
ELDERBERRY SPUR	0.1		—	—	—

Museums in Sweetwater

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SWIFT MUSEUM FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	217 COUNTY ROAD 522	4237459547	$63,126
USS ENTERPRISE CVAN CVN-65	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$2,595
CHARLES A HALL AND BILLIE L HALL FAMILY FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		4232538000
ENGLEWOOD TEXTILE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4238875455
FORT SOUTHWEST POINT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1225 S KENTUCKY STREET	8653763641
LENOIR CITY MUSEUM AND COTTON	GENERAL MUSEUM		8659869169
MCMINN COUNTY LIVING HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4237450329
MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL SOCIETY ARCHIVES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4234426147

Libraries in Sweetwater

Name	Address	Annual Visits
E. G. FISHER PUBLIC LIBRARY	1289 INGLESIDE AVENUE	101,736
PUBLIC LIBRARY AT TELLICO VILLAGE	300 IRENE LANE	30,973
SWEETWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY	210 MAYES AVENUE	30,142
LENOIR CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	100 WEST BROADWAY	18,325
MADISONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	4023 HIGHWAY 411 NORTH, UNIT C	18,162
TELLICO PLAINS PUBLIC LIBRARY	209 HIGHWAY 165	16,387
LOUDON PUBLIC LIBRARY	210 RIVER ROAD	13,545
VONORE PUBLIC LIBRARY	611 CHURCH STREET	10,943
ENGLEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY	35 CARROLL STREET	3,506
NIOTA PUBLIC LIBRARY	11 EAST MAIN STREET	3,033
PHILADELPHIA PUBLIC LIBRARY	714 THOMPSON ST.	402

Farmers Markets in Sweetwater

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Athens Farmers Market at Market Park	106 South Jackson Street	06/17/2014 to 10/30/2014	Tue: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 5:00 PM-9:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
McMinn County Farmers Market		06/21/2014 to 10/18/2014	Tue: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Monroe County Farmers' Markets- Tellico Plains	225 Cherohala Skyway	05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in Sweetwater

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn

Quality Inn West

Sweetwater Hotel

Restaurants in Sweetwater

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bradley's Pit BBQ & Grill

Cup Runneth Over Coffeehouse

Davis Restaurant

El Jacal Restaurante Mexicano

Fat Hats Grill

Hunter's Bakery & Cafe

Lazy Beagle

Pizza Hut

Steamers Subs

Vittorino’s Cucina Italian Restaurant

Gas Stations in Sweetwater

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K

Mobil

Weigel's

Banks in Sweetwater

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Truist

Volunteer Federal Savings Bank

Breweries in Sweetwater

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Pop A Top Pub	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Beer Taverns	3654 Highway 11 S	4234622685

Nursing Homes in Sweetwater

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
WOOD PRESBYTERIAN HOME 520 OLD HIGHWAY 68	Non profit - Corporation	89	81	4/5	—	2/5	4/5	4233511105
SWEETWATER NURSING CENTER 978 HWY 11 SOUTH	For profit - Corporation	90	75	2/5	—	1/5	4/5	4233376631

Pharmacies in Sweetwater

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ARCHERS FAMILY PHARMACY	207 NORTH MAIN STREET	423-337-5813
KMART	902 SOUTH MAIN STREET	423-337-2829
LITTLES DRUGS FAMILY WELLNESS CENTER	510 SOUTH MAIN STREET	423-337-7933
WALGREENS - 10066	929 NEW HIGHWAY 68	423-351-1277
WIL SAV DRUGS	787 NEW HIGHWAY 68	423-337-9381

Cell Towers in Sweetwater

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
129 Gambles Gap Rd (029016 / Gambles Gap)	TOWER	94
129 Gambles Gap Rd (029016 / Gambles Gap)	TOWER	94
COUNTY ROAD 526	TOWER	88
COUNTY ROAD 526	TOWER	88
5414 Watt Cemetary Road	TOWER	79
5414 Watt Cemetary Road	TOWER	79
550 Robinson Road	TOWER	78
550 Robinson Road	TOWER	78
216 Z Wayne Road	TOWER	70
216 Z Wayne Road	TOWER	70

Fire Stations in Sweetwater

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Christianburg Volunteer Fire Department	275 Fire Department RD	Volunteer	423-337-2506
City of Sweetwater Fire Department	355 Highway 322E	Career	423-337-6724
North Monroe Volunteer Fire Department	184 Old Sweetwater RD	Volunteer	423-337-6038

Bridges in Sweetwater

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1977	235	10,984	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1929	133	7,880	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1931	170	7,880	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2001	25	6,445	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1973	27	6,339	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1970	337	6,339	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1970	337	6,339	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1925	24	4,479	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1925	24	4,479	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	166	4,395	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	360	4,395	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	141	3,141	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	180	3,141	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1966	120	2,804	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	115	2,508	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2013	45	2,007	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1937	29	2,007	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2017	37	1,650	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	54	1,603	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1973	304	1,603	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1955	22	1,603	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1955	25	1,603	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1950	23	738	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	86	738	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	86	738	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1973	514	320	F
Culvert	Concrete	2017	23	250	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1993	50	170	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1983	26	140	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1971	455	130	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1971	425	80	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1925	25	50	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1991	22	50	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1920	34	40	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1983	33	30	G

Superfund Sites Near Sweetwater

24 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
TATE AND LYLE INGREDIENTS LOUDON FACILITY	198 BLAIR BEND DRIVE	LOUDON
TATE AND LYLE INGREDIENTS LOUDON FACILITY	198 BLAIR BEND DRIVE	LOUDON
TATE AND LYLE INGREDIENTS LOUDON FACILITY	198 BLAIR BEND DRIVE	LOUDON
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN
WAUPACA FOUNDRY, INC.	134 WAUPACA DR, P.O. BOX 510	MCMINN

Airports Near Sweetwater

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
McGhee Tyson Airport	TYS	Large Airport
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)	CHA	Medium Airport
Crossville Memorial Airport Whitson Field	CSV	Medium Airport
Western Carolina Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Austin Field	—	Small Airport
Big T Airport	—	Small Airport
Blairsville Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Bird Field	—	Small Airport
Blue Ridge Skyport 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
Deerfield Resort Airport	—	Small Airport
Elkins Field	—	Small Airport
Flying G Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Happy Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Hog Lot Landing	—	Small Airport
Jamestown Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Knoxville Downtown Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake View Airport	—	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
Melton Field	—	Small Airport
Monroe County Airport	—	Small Airport
Montvale Airpark	—	Small Airport
Mount Bakewell Airfield	—	Small Airport
Natural Selection Airport	—	Small Airport
Old Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Oliver Springs Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Petty Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Pratermill Flight Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Providence Landing	—	Small Airport
Raby Airpark	—	Small Airport
Riner Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Robertson Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Rockwood Municipal Airport	RKW	Small Airport
Rostex Airport	—	Small Airport
Seymour Air Park	—	Small Airport
Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Sweetwater

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Athens Police Department
City of Loudon Police Department	100 Cedar Street
McMinn County Sheriff's Office	1319 South White Street
Tellico Plains Police Department	405 Veterans Memorial Drive

Grocery Stores in Sweetwater

24 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Allens 7 11	Convenience Store	1419 Sweetwater Vonore Rd
Bellamy's Food Mart	Convenience Store	308 Bennett St
BLUE SPRINGS MARKET & DELI	Convenience Store	12815 Blue Springs Rd
Brew And Chew	Convenience Store	687 Oakland Rd
Circle K 4703624	Convenience Store	416 Sweetwater Vonore Rd
Circle K 4703626	Convenience Store	1157 New Highway 68
Circle K 4703627	Convenience Store	708 S Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 113	Other	789 New Highway 68
Dollar General 16314	Other	113 Glenlock Rd
Dollar General 24882	Other	1292 Highway 68
Dollar General 31586	Other	844 N Main St
Dollar Tree 6752	Other	914 New Highway 68
Expressway Mart	Convenience Store	243 New Highway 68
Grocery Outlet 16	Grocery Store	785 New Highway 68
INGLES MARKETS 306	Supermarket	904 S Main St
Kyle Rustic Farm Store NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	103 Main Hollow Rd
Local Market	Convenience Store	703 S Main St
Maruti 5432 Corporation	Convenience Store	404 S Main St
Sweetwater Save-A-Lot 22975	Supermarket	406 S Main St
Tj's Food Mart	Convenience Store	1105 N Main St
Valley Mart 9	Convenience Store	513 S Main St
Walgreens 10066	Other	929 New Highway 68
Walmart 4166	Super Store	935 State Highway 11
Weigel's 1086	Convenience Store	208 New Highway 68

Post Offices in Sweetwater

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Sweetwater Post Office

Treatment Centers in Sweetwater

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Health Connect America	Both	423-252-0871
Helen Ross McNabb Center - McMinn County Center	Both	800-255-9711
Volunteer Behavioral Health - Athens Campus	Both	423-745-8802

DOL Wage Violations in Sweetwater

10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $99,024 in back wages owed to 123 employees.

Violations

$99,024

Back Wages Owed

123

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
PREMIER DESIGN AND FABRICATION INC [OSHA]	—	—	37874	Other Building Finishing Contractors	1	$45,363	$7,561	6
Sweetwater Living Senior & Disabilities Svcs	—	—	37874	—	1	$29,124	$607	48
Sunoco	—	—	37874	—	1	$11,622	$1,453	8
Save A Lot Tobacco Store Sweetwater	—	—	37874	—	1	$6,752	$6,752	1
Mayberry Metals	—	—	37874	—	1	$2,714	$543	5
Castro Express Lube	—	—	37874	—	1	$1,781	$254	7
Vittorinos	—	—	37874	—	1	$921	$921	1
Quality Inn & Suites	—	Choice Hotels	37874	—	1	$326	$326	1
Marathon Mart #1	—	—	37874	—	3	$319	$10	32
Little Caesars	—	—	37874	—	1	$102	$7	14

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sweetwater

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT BLESSINGS ASSEMBLY OF GOD	940 HIGHWAY 11 S
CALVARY CHAPEL SWEETWATERCORPORATION	777 SEQUOYAH PL
CPR MISSIONS	267 LEES CHAPEL RD
DAVID HUSKEY MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 678
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	940 HIGHWAY 11 S
FOUR WINDS MINISTRIES	122 HAZEL RD
FRESH START OUTREACH MINISTRY INC	540 S MAIN ST
HIS KINGDOM RIDERS	203 DUSETH DR
HOLD THE ROPE MINISTRY CORP	176 SUNNYSIDE RD
LIFESPRING COUMMUNITY CHURCH	777 NEW HIGHWAY 68
LUMINARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	3401 RIVER RD
SONRISE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	405 KINZALOW DR
THE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	PO BOX 679
THE GATHERING	289 FOOSHEE PASS
WORD OF DELIVERANCE CHURCH INC	PO BOX 413

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sweetwater

What is the population of Sweetwater?

Sweetwater has a population of 6,462 residents and is located in Tennessee. The population density is 720 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

Is Sweetwater expensive to live in?

Sweetwater 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 $44,661, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,000 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sweetwater safe?

The violent crime rate in Sweetwater is 494 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,021 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sweetwater receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sweetwater?

Sweetwater enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Sweetwater?

Sweetwater has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,047. There are 1,455 business establishments in the area, including 96 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 5.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sweetwater?

The median home value in Sweetwater is $166,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,882. For renters, the median monthly rent is $625. Fair market rent is $924 for a 1-bedroom and $1,118 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.9%. The average annual property tax is $3,916.

How are the schools in Sweetwater?

Schools in Sweetwater score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.4% of adults in Sweetwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sweetwater?

The obesity rate in Sweetwater is 39.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.4% of adults are smokers. 31.5% are physically inactive. 33.1% of residents report depression. 14.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 49.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,829.

What is transportation like in Sweetwater?

The average commute in Sweetwater is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sweetwater?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sweetwater is 83.8% White, 5.4% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 93.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.2% speak Spanish. 6.1% of the population are military veterans. 21.2% of residents have a disability. 89.1% have health insurance coverage.

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