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Nov 29, 2023 · We provide single-year population projections for each county in Tennessee by race, age and sex for each year from 2021 to 2070. The projections are produced by the Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research at the University of Tennessee and disseminated by the Tennessee State Data Center.
Apr 30, 2014 · Houstonians live in a really big city. We know that people know that, but thanks to an intrepid Reddit user, we now have a succinct visual shorthand for just how big the city really is:...
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The Political Climate
As suggested by Beth, a commenter on this article (all of our articles are continually updated based on comments we receive), the political situation in Tennessee is worth noting. To pull directly from her comment: “We currently have a super majority of very conservative Republicans in both houses of the Tennessee legislature.We also have a conservative Republican governor. I doubt this will change any time soon. This could be a real positive or negative depending on several factors. In any c...
#1. Outdoor Recreation
There’s no denying that Tennessee is a beautiful state full of varied landscapes and stunning nature. From the famous Appalachian Mountains (in the east) to the Mississippi River (in the west), locals are spoiled for choice! From hiking, climbing, camping, kayaking, canoeing or caving, Tennessee can scratch a nature enthusiasts itch most month of the year. While each corner of the state has something interesting to offer, the star of the show is Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As the mos...
#2. The Low Cost of Living in Tennessee
The affordable cost of living in Tennessee is the ultimate reason I ended up making the move. I was tired of working long hours to (barely) afford a downtown apartment and basic living expenses. I wanted to enjoy my daily life and (as you know) affordability is a huge factor in that. So, after several months of research, I finally landed on The Volunteer State, which was rated the 6th most affordable state to live in. Between reasonable home prices (20% lower than the national average), low p...
#3. Affordable Homes & Low Property Taxes
As I just mentioned, buying a house in Tennessee is still (relatively) affordable. As of this writing, median home prices clock in at about $310K. When compared to the national average, it’s not hard to see why so many first-time home buyers end up moving to Tennessee to start a family. Likewise, property taxes are also a consideration. As it stands, with a real estate tax rate of 0.71%, Tennessee has the 15th lowest property taxes in the country.All this to say: owning a home in Tennessee is...
#1. The Crime Rate is High
It’s important to me that this list of the pros and cons of moving to Tennessee is as honest as possible. So, let’s rip that band-aide right off. Tennessee has some of the highest crime rates (per capita) in the nation. In fact, a recent study found that Tennessee is the 3rd most dangerous state in the country, based on violent crimes and murders. Furthering the claim, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that Tennessee has the 7th highest homicide rate in the nation. Se...
#2. Low Wages & High Poverty Rate
Tennessee has some of thelowest wages in the country. Furthermore, the state doesn’t have an official minimum wage law which means employers must pay the current federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. Nobody can afford to support themselves off $7.25 per hour. Heck, according to MIT the “actual living wage” for a single adult in Davidson County (second most populous county in the state) is a whopping $18.35. Even with the relatively low cost of living in Tennessee, most folks have to live pa...
#3. Low Life Expectancy
Want to know a sad stat? Tennessee’s life expectancy is the 5th lowestin the country (76 years old). So unfortunate. But, after moving to Tennessee, it wasn’t hard to see why. Lifestyles seem to be pretty sedentary lifestyle and poor diets are quite common (Tennessee has the 4th highest obesity ratesin the nation). Likewise, access to healthcare varies across the state. Some rural areas are grossly under-served, which results in a lack of access to essential medical services. Efforts are bein...
In sum, here’s a quick roundup of the honest pros and cons of living in Tennessee. 1. The scenic beauty of the state 2. The low cost of living in Tennessee 3. Mild winters 4. Affordable homes + low property taxes 5. The food scene is great 6. There’s no state income taxes for folks living in Tennessee 7. The live music scene 8. Festivals galore 9. ...
- The Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) contains nine Texas counties: Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery and Waller.
- The Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land MSA covers 9,444 square miles, an area larger than five other U.S. states: New Hampshire, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware and Rhode Island.
- Harris County covers 1,778 square miles. That’s enough space to fit the cities of Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York City and Seattle with room to spare.
- At 665 square miles, the City of Houston is larger than the cities of Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Phoenix and San Diego.
Feb 27, 2024 · Tennessee, with its scenic natural beauty, bustling cultural scene, low cost of living, and absence of state income tax, is unsurprisingly one of the most desirable states to call home.
Sep 21, 2022 · We know that Houston is the 4th largest city in the U.S., but in what ways is Houston big other than in size and population? And how does Houston’s size affect its residents directly and indirectly?
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Jun 3, 2024 · Our Changing Population: Houston County, Tennessee. The ages, races, and population density of Houston County, Tennessee tell a story. Understand the shifts in demographic trends with these charts visualizing decades of population data.
