Climate
Moderate winters yield to mild summers.
Geography
Farragut is located on Fort Loudoun Lake, southwest of Knoxville's downtown.
Cultural Attractions
Nearby Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee, and is also home to the Knoxville Zoo, the "Red Panda Capital of the World."
Economy
While the town is expanding commercially, it still adheres to its philosophy about the importance of green space.
Fun Fact
This city is named after the Civil War Admiral David Glasgow Farragut.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 22,751
- Population under 55:
- 72.7%
- Population over 55:
- 27.3%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Nashville-Davidson
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 88°F July High, 24°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $75,337
- Median home price:
- $310,000
- Average property tax:
- $657
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 6.8%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 4
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 6
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 17/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 25/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 149
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