33
Miles to Cades Cove
$182,100
Median Home Value
59.1°F
Average Annual Temperature
95%
High School Graduation Rate
Cost of Living
With 135,280 residents, our area has been steadily growing, increasing in population by 5.8% in the last five years. Our cost of living is 16.4% below the national average. Because we’re such an affordable county in which to live, over 75% of our population owns their own home.
Education
Blount County’s K-12 schools are some of the highest rated schools in the state of Tennessee. Children in Blount County attend school in one of the following districts: Maryville City Schools, Alcoa City Schools, or Blount County Schools. With a 95% high school graduation rate, we are proud of the level of education our schools provide.
Healthcare
Blount County has access to 13 regional hospitals, including the University of Tennessee Medical Center and East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. UT Medical is the region’s academic center and is a level 1 trauma hospital. Our local hospital Blount Memorial is part of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. That means Blount Memorial Hospital patients benefit from physicians who have special access to Mayo Clinic’s knowledge and expertise. Blount Memorial Hospital also has a cancer center that provides comprehensive cancer care from diagnosis to treatment.
Arts & Entertainment
From the Appalachian Ballet Co. to the community orchestra, Blount County offers a rich cultural experience. Throughout our community, residents will enjoy historical and entertainment venues, restaurants, and events. Not only can residents choose from a large assortment of entertainment options, but they can also easily access all of East Tennessee’s hot spots by venturing just outside the county.
Outdoor Recreation
Blount County has an abundance of recreational opportunities for all ages, including easy access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With an average high temperature of 69.3°F Blount County’s weather is ideal for being outside all year long. Here, outdoor enthusiasts can have it all—water sports, team sports, individual sports, bicycling, hiking, walking, running, and more.