Sweetwater, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Loudon County County
Sweetwater, TN
At a Glance
How Sweetwater Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sweetwater's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sweetwater a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sweetwater residents earn a median household income of $44,661 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,261. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6% (139% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,455 business establishments, including 96 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sweetwater is $166,000 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $264,514. Median rent is $625/month, with 32.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Sweetwater reports 343 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 10% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,419/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Sweetwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sweetwater has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.