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What Kingsport is like for active adults
Kingsport is a town in northeastern Tennessee near the Kentucky, North Carolina and Virginia borders.  it is home to the branch campuses of 3 universities or technical schools. It is part of the tri-cities region of Tennessee/Virginia Mountain area.

Kingsport is popular with retirees for a variety of reasons. The climate is mild in summer due to its proximity to the mountains. Tennessee is a low-cost, low-tax state. And the mountains provide many recreational opportunities.

The average price of a home in Kingsport was just over $100,000 in early 2008. There are a number of active adult communities catering to the many baby boomers expected to move to this area.
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Facts about KINGSPORT
State:  TN
Environment:  College Town,Mountains,
City Population:  25,001-50,000
Median age of Population:  25-44
Avg Jan Temperature:  21-40
Median HH Income:  20,001-40,000
Average Home Price (MLS):  $100,000-$200,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house:  Less than 2000
Total Crime Index:  101-110 (slightly above average)
Cost of Living Index:  81-90 (low)
Culture Index:  81-90 (low)
State Sales Tax:  Yes
State Income Tax:  Yes
Name of the Guide:  admin
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