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Valley Forge, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Carter County County
Valley Forge, TN
At a Glance
How Valley Forge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Valley Forge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Valley Forge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Valley Forge residents earn a median household income of $50,259 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,359. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 880 business establishments, including 82 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Valley Forge is $145,500 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $196,621. Median rent is $736/month, with 28.2% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Valley Forge reports 410 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,802/100K.
Education
10.3% of adults in Valley Forge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Valley Forge has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.