Bean Station 68 Good
Bean Station Livability #87 ranked city in Tennessee#9,031 ranked city in the USARanks better than 69% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Bean Station

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Ratings

    Local residents have positive things to say about the proximity of restaurants, grocery stores, parks, public transit, friendliness of neighbors, sense of community and overall safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Employment

    A low score in the employment category could indicate that this area struggles with high unemployment rates and low household income and income per capita levels.

  • Schools

    Lower than average education levels, poor reading and math scores, as well as the inaccessibility of local elementary and high schools could all be factors in the low schools score.

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What's it like Living in Bean Station?

Located in the state of Tennessee, Bean Station is a small city with a population of 3,088 residents. If we look at the most recent Census, Bean Station is known to have a predominantly White population. The next two most common races are Black and Asian. With an average age of 48 years, Bean Station residents appear to be older compared to the national average. For seniors and retirees, this city presents itself as a compelling choice. Long travel times to work can be one of the most frustrating things in the world - right behind housework! If you decide that living in Bean Station is the right fit for you, your one way commute time will average 25 minutes, which is about average when compared to the national commute time of 26 minutes.

Without the right tools, moving to any new town can be very stressful and challenging. Living in Bean Station, Tennessee could be a great experience for anyone who puts in the time to do the research required. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is paramount, ensuring a secure environment for you and your family. Proximity to workplaces or schools reduces commuting time and enhances convenience. Access to amenities like parks, grocery stores and healthcare facilities contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. Reliable public transportation options promote easy mobility. A strong sense of community fosters social connections and a welcoming atmosphere. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like amenities, crime, employment, you can easily compare the best places to live in Bean Station and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Bean Station to Tennessee and the national average.

Bean Station has a livability score of 68 out of 100 and is ranked #76 in Tennessee and #7,947 in the USA. There are nine total categories that create the livability score. Bean Station scores well for crime (B) and housing (A+) Bean Station does not do well for the following: amenities (F), education (F) and employment (F). It might be wise to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Bean Station has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

There are many factors that go into deciding if an area is the right fit for your lifestyle. Certain “must haves” like low crime, great schools and nearby amenities are all at the top of most people's lists. But before even considering if those options are attainable, we'll need to know if the real estate in Bean Station is actually affordable. Median real estate prices in Bean Station come in at $126,600, which is 13.3% lower than the Tennessee average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Bean Station, the home price to income ratio is 3, which is 3.2% lower than the Tennessee average.

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      Statistic Bean Station Tennessee National
      Average one way commute25min25min26min
      Workers who drive to work91.3%83.6%76.4%
      Workers who carpool6.8%9.2%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%0.8%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk1.9%1.4%2.8%
      Working from home0.0%3.9%4.6%
      Source: The Bean Station, TN data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).