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Kingsport, TN
Kingsport · Sullivan County · TN 37660
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$163K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.8/10
Schools
90 min
to Nashville, TN
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
78/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score51/100
Our Take
Kingsport offers an affordable housing market and solid schools, but almost all errands require a car and internet speeds have dipped in recent months. It’s a decent spot for families who want a quiet, small‑town feel and can handle the lack of walkability.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable median home price of $162,600
- ✓Good school ratings averaging 7.8 out of 10
- ✓Low flood risk (Flood Zone X)
- ✓Growing local business community
Real Talk
- !Walk score is 0 – you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Internet speeds have dropped in recent months, impacting remote work
- !Limited dining and nightlife options compared to larger cities
- !Population density is modest, which can feel small‑towny
- $Potential higher internet service costs due to provider issues
- $State property taxes can be higher than some neighboring areas
- $Older homes may require more maintenance
Best For
Families with kidsFirst‑time homebuyersPeople who enjoy a small‑town atmosphereRemote workers needing a reliable internet connection
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Kingsport, TN
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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