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Elgin, TN

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Population
347
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
1,406 ft
Median Home Value
$183,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Elgin

Elgin is a quiet rural community in Scott County, home to about 300 people on the scenic Cumberland Plateau. Life here moves at an easy pace, with lots of open space, wooded views, and privacy. Everyday shopping and dining are just a short drive up Highway 27 in Oneida, while outdoor enthusiasts have great hiking and riding nearby at Big South Fork. For anyone looking for elbow room and a peaceful country setting, Elgin has plenty of charm.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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