East Tennessee offers a lower cost of living and a more relaxed pace of life compared to San Francisco, making it an attractive choice for those seeking affordability and a quieter lifestyle.
See the difference between Tennessee and San Francisco Living
East Tennessee and San Francisco offer very distinct living experiences. East Tennessee offers a mild four-season climate, innate lush beauty from the mountains and valleys and to the lakes, thriving cities with welcoming hometown vibes, and a low cost of living. These are just a few reasons it’s easy to see why people are drawn to Tennessee. San Francisco, on the other hand, is a bustling metropolis known for its tech industry and the city has one of the highest tax rates in the United States, limited outdoor space, and challenges with traffic and parking. In addition to this, San Francisco has a huge homelessness problem while seeing a steady increase in the crime rate.
Cost of Living in East Tennessee
- Top 10 Most Affordable States
- 0% Income Tax
- No Inheritance Tax
- No Prescription Drug Tax
- $4.5 Property Tax Rate
- Home Appreciation 24.9% Last 12 months
- Home Appreciation 83.4% Last 5 years
- Overall Cost of Living 7.8% less than the U.S. average
- Healthcare 4% less than the U.S. average
- Groceries 3.6% less than the U.S. average
The East Tennessee Location
- Knoxville is within a days drive to 2/3 of the population
- Crossroads to 3 major interstate (I-40, I-75 & I-81)
- Located near the Great Smoky Mountains
- Beautiful climate all year round
- Located close to multiple top-tier medical facilities
- Conveniently located near shops, grocery stores, and activities
- Located 20 minutes from McGhee Tyson Airport
Cost of Living in San Francisco
- 164.6% more expensive than Lenoir City
- 8% Income Tax
- No Inheritance Tax
- No Prescription Drug Tax
- $6.7 Property Tax Rate
- Cost of living is 79% higher than the national average
- Home Appreciation 5.3% Last 12 months
- Home Appreciation 8.5% Last 5 years
- Overall Cost of Living is 144% more than the U.S. average
- Healthcare 14.9% more than the U.S. average
- Groceries 16.6% more than the U.S. average
The San Francisco Location
- An average citizen in San Francisco spends 79 hours a year stuck in traffic
- Wildfires are a common occurrence, in the past 60 years, there have been around 500 wildfires
- The second most hill-infested city in the world
- The crime rate is 110.5% higher than the national average
- Average home size is 1,150 square feet
WindRiver Amenities
- Marina: convenient, clear water location, secure, gated docks, floating docks, year-round access, and fuel station all located on Tellico Lake.
- Dining: two restaurants at WindRiver with scenic views of Tellico Lake and many local options located close by in Lenoir City, Knoxville, and Maryville.
- Golf Course: exceptional golf experience with some of the most breathtaking golf real estate in Tennessee. The par-72 course features six sets of tees ranging from 4,146 yards on the forward tees to 7,453 yards from the championship tees.
- Pool & Sports Complex: resort-style pool, sundeck & hot tub, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball court, bocce lawn and so much more!
WindRiver Community
WindRiver is a debt-free resort style planned community, with beautiful waterfront property. The community is family owned and operated by the Ayres, who have strong ties to the East Tennessee area. The Ayres have called WindRiver their “Legacy Project” and treat it as such, you will see them on property 7 days a week and at majority of the community events.
