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Knoxville

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  • B-
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Iowa
  • 5 reviews
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B-
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      B
    4. Nightlife
      B-
    5. Good for Families
      B-
    6. Diversity
      B-
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      A
    10. Health & Fitness
      B
    11. Outdoor Activities
      C+
    12. Commute
      B
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    Knoxville is a town in Iowa with a population of 7,202. Knoxville is in Marion County. Living in Knoxville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Knoxville there are a lot of parks. Many families and retirees live in Knoxville and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Knoxville are above average.
    Population
    7,202

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $93,600
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $598
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      39%
    • Own
      61%
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    Knoxville Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      11%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      13%
    • 65+ years
      21%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      6%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      11%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      34%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      41%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      9%
      13%

    Working in Knoxville

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $43,986
    National
    $55,322
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      Knoxville Reviews

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      Knoxville, Iowa is a very small and quiet town. The town is far from perfect but it's home. There are many great people to meet. I never loved the big sprint car racing scene in Knoxville but it brings in people from all over. If it's not racing season nights are quiet, almost dead. It's nice but when the races come around it's a good change of pace so people don't get bored. It's a good community for kids to grow up in.
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      I grew up here, and went back home for my sister's wedding. I have to say, things have changed a lot in this little town. I am glad that the theater is back up and running. There aren't many things to do in this town so it's great that the movie theater is back in business. My family and I went to the movies two times in the 3 weeks we were back there.
      I like the small town vibe, everyone knows each other, peaceful, and friendly. Plus you have sprint cars here.