Mount Carmel, TN (37645) is a small rural town located in the north-central part of the state. It has a population of just over 2,000 people and is known for its peaceful atmosphere. According to BestPlaces, Mount Carmel has an overall livability score of 68/100, which is better than the average in Tennessee and the nation as a whole. The rankings for this city are based on several factors including cost of living, crime rates, education levels, employment statistics, and housing affordability. In terms of cost of living, Mount Carmel ranks well above average with 8 out 10 possible points due to its low inflation rate and reasonable housing costs. Crime in the area is also relatively low with an A- grade from BestPlaces indicating that violent or property crimes are less frequent here than in most other US cities. Education levels in Mount Carmel are considered good with high test scores at all educational levels as well as more adults having completed college than the national average. Employment opportunities are somewhat limited however since there are few major employers in the city. Overall housing affordability is also rated highly by BestPlaces with Mount Carmel having some of lowest median home values in Tennessee.
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