Kingsport, Kingsport TN — neighborhood review

Kingsport, TN

Kingsport · Sullivan County · TN 37660

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$199K

Median Price

54/100

Walk Score

7.8/10

Schools

90 min

to Nashville, TN

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
78/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
35/100
D+Walkability
54/100
WYLT Score58/100

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 qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Kingsport, TN

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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