Norris, TN is a small town located in Anderson County, with a population of 1,231 according to the 2019 census. The town is known as the first planned community in the US and is home to historic sites, such as the Norris Dam State Park. Despite its small size, Norris ranks highly in many categories according to BestPlaces.net. The city has an A+ crime & safety rating and is currently ranked 17th out of 583 cities for low cost of living. It also ranks 43rd out of 477 cities for best public schools and 55th out of 672 cities for lowest income tax rate. Furthermore, Norris has a B+ rank for diversity and an A- rank for family friendliness. With its strong education system and great quality of life offerings Norris continues to be a desirable place to live in Tennessee.
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