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Mount Carmel, TN

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Population
5,540
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,357 ft
Median Home Value
$179,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$643/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$68,866
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Mount Carmel

Tucked into the Appalachian foothills of Northeast Tennessee, Mount Carmel is a quiet, welcoming town of about 5,500 residents. Positioned right along U.S. Highway 11W, it works well as a peaceful bedroom community for nearby Kingsport. Living here gives you the relaxed pace and scenery of Hawkins County, while regional jobs, stores, and the rest of the Tri-Cities area stay within a short, easy drive.

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Everyday living is simple and family-friendly. Younger children attend Mount Carmel Elementary right in town, while older students make the quick trip to neighboring Church Hill for middle and high school. For major medical care, larger retailers, and weekend entertainment, Kingsport is just minutes away. With local parks, quiet residential streets, and the green hills of East Tennessee all around, Mount Carmel offers a comfortable, low-stress spot to settle down.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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