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Monroe County

  • C
    Overall Grade
  • County in Tennessee
  • 14 reviews
    C
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      C+
    2. Crime & Safety
      C+
    3. Housing
      C+
    4. Nightlife
      B-
    5. Good for Families
      C
    6. Diversity
      C+
    7. Jobs
      B-
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      B+
    10. Health & Fitness
      C+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      C
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    Monroe County is located in Tennessee with a population of 45,698. In Monroe County, most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Monroe County and residents tend to be conservative.
    Population
    45,698

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $115,200
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $627
    National
    $949
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      24%
    • Own
      76%
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    Monroe County Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C+
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      786.7
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      15.1
      40.7
    • Robbery
      53
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      1,217.9
      500.1
    • Theft
      3,782.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      469
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    C+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      12%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      11%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      20%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      4%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      8%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      25%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      41%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      22%
      13%

    Working in Monroe County

    Jobs
    B-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $36,931
    National
    $55,322
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      Monroe County Reviews

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      Even though my hometown is a small place without a bunch of stores, I have to say I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. It's a great place to grow up and raise your children. Everyone knows everyone, everyone watches out for everyone, and everyone is kind to each other. There is always something to do, weather it be ride up the mountain and see the beautiful sights, or take a quick swim in the river. It's just a good small town to have a good time with a bunch of friends and make memories you'll never forget.
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      Madisonville will always truly be home, but I do plan on pursuing my career after college in other parts of the country.
      Monroe County is a great place to live and visit. Tellico Lake is awesome and the people are very friendly. It is not too far from major cities.