Karns, TN

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Population
4,115
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
977 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$328,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,765/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$100,043
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Located about eleven miles northwest of downtown Knoxville, Karns offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle tucked into the rolling green hills of East Tennessee. Nestled along the Beaver Creek Valley, the area has grown from quiet farmland into a welcoming residential community while still preserving plenty of open space. Today, tree-lined subdivisions and local shops sit alongside lingering pastures, giving residents a peaceful, small-town atmosphere right on the doorstep of the city.

For families, the neighborhood schools are a central part of daily life, with Karns Elementary, Middle, and High School bringing the community together for sports and local events. Commuters appreciate the convenient location, which allows for an easy drive to Knoxville, Hardin Valley, or Oak Ridge. With parks, scenic waterways like Beaver Creek for paddling, and everyday essentials close at hand, Karns is an inviting spot to put down roots.

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