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Alcoa

#6 in Best Suburbs to Live in Knoxville Area
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Tennessee
  • 13 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Crime & Safety
      C
    3. Housing
      B
    4. Nightlife
      B-
    5. Good for Families
      B+
    6. Diversity
      A-
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      B+
    10. Health & Fitness
      B
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      B
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    Alcoa is a town in Tennessee with a population of 9,343. Alcoa is in Blount County. Living in Alcoa offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Alcoa and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Alcoa are highly rated.
    About Alcoa...
    Population
    9,343

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $122,300
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $728
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      32%
    • Own
      68%
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    Alcoa Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      647.2
      282.7
    • Murder
      9.5
      6.1
    • Rape
      38.1
      40.7
    • Robbery
      85.7
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      371.2
      500.1
    • Theft
      4,226.2
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      314.1
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      15%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      6%
    • 25-34 years
      11%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      13%
    • 55-64 years
      13%
    • 65+ years
      19%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      6%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      17%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      31%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      33%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      13%
      13%

    Working in Alcoa

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $41,889
    National
    $55,322
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    Alcoa Reviews

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    I've moved all around the Knox area and Alcoa has by far been the best, the teachers are supportive and always around to help. It feels very safe and I feel like I have learned a lot.
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    Alcoa is very friendly. The people are all welcoming and kind. The area is also very lush and green, with the exception of some litter. It is also safe at night, though certain places could use more light.
    This is an awesome small town with lots of potential. It has been a great town for a starter home. The market is very affordable. Another plus has been that we have had no issues with neighbors or safety.