Murfreesboro, TN

U.S. News Ratings
Population 102,593
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Low
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Geography

This city is to the southeast of Nashville, along the Stones River.

Cultural Attractions

Middle Tennessee State University and Tennessee Technology Center are in Murfreesboro.

Recreation

Residents can play on the six golf courses in the area.

Historical

In 1818, the Tennessee state legislature named Murfreesboro the state capital; it would remain as such until 1826, when Nashville replaced it.

Economy

Local companies manufacture electrical equipment, cedar products, and hospital supplies.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
102,593
Population under 55:
80.4%
Population over 55:
19.6%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Nashville-Davidson

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
89°F July High, 26°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$41,971
Median home price:
$143,000
Average property tax:
$438

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
8.1%
Average
Cost of living:
Low

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
20
Middle schools:
9
High schools:
8

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
1
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
6
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
12

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
16/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
37/1

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
365

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