Moving To Tennessee

A complete guide of the state from healthcare to diversity

Should you move to Tennessee?

Tennessee, the Volunteer State, is a place of rich history, diverse landscapes, and soulful music. Known for its pivotal role in the birth of blues, country, and rock ‘n’ roll, its booming healthcare industry, and its Southern hospitality, Tennessee offers a vibrant, culture-filled lifestyle.

Tennessee’s economy is buoyed by healthcare, automotive manufacturing, and music. Its major cities, Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville, offer a blend of music, history, and a growing tech scene.

Living in Tennessee provides a myriad of experiences. From touring the hallowed halls of Graceland to hiking in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park or catching a live show in Nashville’s Music Row, Tennessee thrills with its mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Education is important here, with solid public schools and respected universities like Vanderbilt University and the University of Tennessee.

If you’re seeking a state that offers a rich cultural experience, a diverse economy, and a community-oriented way of life, Tennessee could be your ideal choice. Just be prepared to embrace the rhythms of life, both musically and otherwise!

State Capital

Nashville

Area Code(s)

423, 615, 731, 865, 901, 931

Time Zone

Eastern Time Zone, Central Time Zone

Land Area (sq mi)

41,232

State Bird

Mockingbird

Motto

Agriculture and Commerce

State Flag

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How Does Tennessee Rank?

C
Diversity
A
Cost of Living
B
Home Affordability

Who Lives in Tennessee?

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Total Population

National Avg 6,652,315

Population Density

168 per sq mi

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

How does Tennessee compare?

C
Diversity Grade
White alone
72.9%
Black or African American
16.7%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.5%
Asian
2.1%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
Hispanic or Latino
6.4%

Foreign Born Persons

5.3%

Veterans

423042

Under 5 years
5.7%
Under 18 years
21.8%
Over 65 years
17.3%

Tennessee Climate

How’s the weather?

How Does Tennessee Compare?

#19
in Sunny Days
#5
in Annual Rainfall
#26
in Daytime Humidity

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Healthcare in Tennessee

How are the hospitals and care?

Major Hospitals

101

Residents Per Bed

315

Residents Per Physician

355.4

How Does Tennessee Compare?

#46
in Healthcare
#38
in Available Beds
#30
in Doctors Per Resident

Tennessee Metropolitans

Tennessee

Cleveland

Tennessee

Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin

Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee

Memphis

Tennessee

Knoxville

Georgia, Tennessee

Chattanooga

Kentucky, Tennessee

Clarksville

Tennessee, Virginia

Kingsport-Bristol

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Johnson City

Tennessee Cost of Living

How Does Tennessee Compare?

10
in Cost of Living
31
in Minimum Wage
5
in Living Wage

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Housing in Tennessee

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Total Households

2,664,791

Own vs. Rent

Own 66.9%
Rent 33.1%

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Median Home Value

231,600

National $440,300

Median Rent

$951

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$406

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Persons Per Household

2.52

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Tennessee Schools

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8th Grade Proficiency (2022)

Ranked #28 in Mathematics

Basic Proficiency

60%

Proficient or Above

25%

Ranked #32 in Reading

Basic Proficiency

67%

Proficient or Above

28%

Education Attainment

High School Degree
88.8%
Bachelors Degree
29%

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Tennessee Economy

The industries, jobs, and economics of the zip code

Median Household Income

$58,516

US Average $74,580

How does Tennessee compare?

In Labor Force

61.4%

Poverty rate

13.6%

Private Employers

144,457

Total Employees

2,704,416

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