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Townsend, TN
Townsend · TN 37882
Updated October 26, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$345K
Median Price
28/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
233 min
to Nashville, TN
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B-Schools
70/100
AQuietness
90/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
28/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
Townsend is a quiet, low‑cost rural community with decent schools and minimal crime. It offers a close‑knit atmosphere but lacks convenient amenities and public transit, making it best for those who prefer a slower pace and can manage a long commute.
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The Good
- ✓Low cost of living
- ✓Good school ratings
- ✓Low crime rates
- ✓Strong sense of community
Real Talk
- !Long commute to major employment centers (over 3 hours to Nashville)
- !Limited public transportation and walkable services
- !Fewer shopping, dining, and entertainment options
- !Local job market is small and primarily local services
- $Higher property taxes relative to median income
- $Potential out‑of‑state cost of utilities in rural areas
- $Maintenance costs for older homes and infrastructure
Best For
RetireesRemote workers with reliable internetFamilies seeking a safe, low‑crime environmentSmall‑town lifestyle lovers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Townsend, TN
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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