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Retirement Living In Cocke County - Tennessee


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Area Description

Cocke County, Tennessee is one of the three contiguous Tennessee counties of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Four state and national forests (GSMNP, Cherokee National Forest, Appalachian Trail and Martha Sundquist Forest) and three rivers ( Pigeon, Nolichucky and French Broad) offer an abundance of natural activities. Cocke County is home to 11 rafting companies that offer Class III and IV rapids.

Includes Cities/Towns: Del Rio, Newport, Parrottsville.

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
   Rafting, Canoeing, Birding (an Important Birding Area from Audubon Society Rankin Bottoms), Fishing, Hiking, Boating

Cultural Activities
Artscapes offers art exhibitions and classes. Our high schools present concerts and a Night of Fine Dining and Jazz. The Newport/Cocke County Museum is open by appointment and our Stokley Memorial Library is noted for geneology work.

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Medical Facilities


Tennova Hospital
Rural Medical Services


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Cocke County, Tennessee?

For those of you that retire in Cocke County, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 30's and highs in the low 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 20's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Cocke County such as a movie or a visit to a museum. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the upper 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring.

Summertime in Cocke County is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the mid 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 60's. Expect some days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in Cocke County, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the upper 50's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  26 F°  37 F°  48 F°
 Feb  29 F°  41 F°  52 F°
 Mar  35 F°  48 F°  61 F°
 Apr  43 F°  56 F°  70 F°
 May  52 F°  65 F°  77 F°
 Jun  61 F°  72 F°  84 F°
 Jul  65 F°  76 F°  87 F°
 Aug  64 F°  75 F°  86 F°
 Sep  57 F°  69 F°  81 F°
 Oct  45 F°  58 F°  71 F°
 Nov  36 F°  48 F°  61 F°
 Dec  29 F°  40 F°  50 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  22  0
 Feb  0  17  0
 Mar  0  12  0
 Apr  0  4  0
 May  0  0  0
 Jun  4  0  0
 Jul  8  0  0
 Aug  7  0  0
 Sep  2  0  0
 Oct  0  3  0
 Nov  0  12  0
 Dec  0  20  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  4 "  12  28 %
 Feb  4 "  11  30 %
 Mar  4 "  12  36 %
 Apr  4 "  11  43 %
 May  5 "  12  54 %
 Jun  5 "  12  63 %
 Jul  5 "  12  67 %
 Aug  4 "  11  66 %
 Sep  3 "  9  60 %
 Oct  2 "  8  49 %
 Nov  3 "  10  39 %
 Dec  4 "  12  31 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  2 "  2  1
 Feb  2 "  1  1
 Mar  1 "  0  0
 Apr  1 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  0 "  0  0
 Dec  1 "  1  1


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Cost of Living for Cocke County, TN

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 Cocke County is home to several quality campgrounds. In addition, several nursing homes and assisted living situations are available. Newport Housing Authority offers income-based housing opportunities. A variety of lodging exists, from cozy cabins to a Four Diamond B&B.

Senior Assistance in Cocke County, TN

Cocke County, Tennessee offers the following assistance for seniors:
Our Senior Center suffered tornado damage, but will once again be operational in the future. Services are still provided.

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Cocke County Offer For Retirees?

Chamber of Commerce is always looking for volunteers for events. Other organizations love their volunteers.
Library Friends, Kiwanis, FCE, Senior Citizens, Keep Cocke County Beautiful , RID (REmove Illegal Dumpsites) to name a few.

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