Chattanooga, TN
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 154,846 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
The city is situated in southeast Tennessee, near the border with Georgia, and is surrounded by mountains.
Cultural Attractions
The city hosts the Tennessee Aquarium, the African American Museum, the Riverbend Festival, and the Bessie Smith Strut.
Recreation
Nearby mountains offer spectacular views and opportunities for hiking, biking, climbing, and even caving.
Historical
In November 1863, Gen. Ulysses S. Grant defeated the Confederate forces of Gen. Braxton Bragg in the Third Battle of Chattanooga, a move that led to the invasion of the Deep South by Union troops.
Economy
Diversification defines the local economy, which is a mix of manufacturing, service industries, and four colleges.
| Population [details] | 154,846 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 64.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 203 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 23.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 47.19 °F/24.69 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.32 °F/64.9 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 51.97 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 244 |
| Cost of living [details] | 90.6 |
| State sales tax | 7.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Nashville-Davidson (106.66 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | LOVELL FIELD (4.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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