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Byrdstown, TN


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Byrdstown, Tennessee

Byrdstown, Tennessee, in Pickett county, is 79 miles NW of Knoxville, Tennessee (center to center) and 96 miles E of Nashville, Tennessee. The town is home to some 903 residents.

The People and Families of Byrdstown

In Byrdstown, about 43% of adults are married. People in Byrdstown have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The town somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

There are more females than males in Byrdstown than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the town.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Byrdstown had a median family income of $25,938.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($1,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Byrdstown. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Byrdstown Housing

According to the 2000 census, 62% of the housing in Byrdstown was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Byrdstown, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the town.

Commuting

In Byrdstown, 96% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in Byrdstown let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Byrdstown strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Tennessee):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyByrdstown Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 6%Byrdstown Short Commute Times
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Byrdstown Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Byrdstown, TN

Comparing Byrdstown to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Tennessee (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens910
Age of the Population910
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Racial Diversity22
Well-Paid Single Men22
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married12
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults33
People Above Poverty11
People in Middle Class or Better11
Median Family Income11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work78
Public Transportation Use66
Working at Home57

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Affordability of Property Taxes98
Housing Recently Built85
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