Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga, TN Metropolitan Area: Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains at the crossroads of Tennessee and Georgia—Chattanooga is a beautiful destination filled with exciting attractions such as Lookout Mountain's iconic rock formations; the majestic Ruby Falls and its surrounding forests offering numerous outdoor activities; art galleries displaying local talent; retail centers housing unique items from around the world; plus an array of delectable restaurants serving up authentic southern cuisine. Whether looking for adventure or simply seeking some peace and relaxation—Chattanooga promises to provide something unforgettable for everyone who visits. Mid-sized city - Extreme southeast Tennessee at the Georgia border, along I-75 110 miles north of Atlanta.

State: Tennessee
County:
Metro Area: Chattanooga Metro Area
City: Chattanooga, East Ridge, 31 total

Zip Codes: 37421, 37343, 37363, 37379, 37415, 37412, 37411, 37405, 37377, 37416, 33 total
Cost of Living: -11.6% lower
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 665 ft above sea level

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Pros
Revitalized downtown
Cost of living
Attractive setting

Cons
Crime rates
Arts and culture
Hot, humid summers

What Bert Has To Say About Chattanooga Metro Area

The colorfully named Chattanooga is a transportation and historic gateway to the Deep South. It was a zone of contention in the latter stages of the Civil War, and history plays a big role in the city’s conscience. For years it marched on as a non-descript old-South city with areas of urban decay in the old city center, environmental and crime issues. An ambitious downtown redevelopment initiative, just completed with public and private support, has brought a lot of life back into the downtown area, both as a commercial and recreation destination.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Chattanooga Metro Area is 4.3% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Chattanooga Metro Area jobs have increased by 2.9%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Chattanooga Metro Area's cost of living is 11.6% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Chattanooga Metro Area's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

May, September and October are the most pleasant months in the Chattanooga metro area, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, the Chattanooga metro area remained overwhelmingly Republican, 62.3% to 35.9%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Chattanooga Metro Area's population is 559,860 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 5.8%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 23.2 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Chattanooga Metro Area is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 18.0%.

SCHOOLS

Chattanooga Metro Area public schools spend $9,396 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14.7 students per teacher in Chattanooga Metro Area. More Education

Chattanooga Rankings

#7	Drought-Riskiest Cities
#8	America's Migraine Hot Spots
#85	America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
#210	2005 Best Places to Live
#317	Best Green Cities

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Housing Market in Chattanooga

It's a good time to buy in Chattanooga. Home Appreciation is up 18.0% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Chattanooga is .

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ZIP CODES IN CHATTANOOGA, TN

37421, 37343, 37363, 37379, 37415, 37412, 37411, 37405, 37377, 37416, 33 total

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