Algood, TN

Tennessee

Algood is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 4,002. Residents earn $40,514 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,002 Population 978/sq mi density
$40,514 Median Income $24,409 per capita
$179,400 Home Value $271,294 Zillow
$822 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
280 Violent Crime/100K 3,103 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$40,514 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$179,400 home value, $822/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
280 violent crimes/100K (26% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,514
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,400
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 280/100K
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.1%
102% higher than US avg

How Algood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,002
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density978/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,514
Per Capita$24,409
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty25.1%
County GDP$5,269M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$179,400
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,294

Crime

F
Violent280/100K
Property3,103/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault224/100K
Burglary475/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain64.3 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+80.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is Algood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Algood receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Algood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Algood is $40,514, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 25.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Algood is $179,400, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Algood is below the national average at 280 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,103 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Algood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Algood has a population of 4,002 with a density of 978 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

4,002
Total Population
978
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Algood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Algood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Algood is $40,514, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Algood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,514
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,409
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$72,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.1%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,565
County GDP$5,269M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare254
Retail352
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Algood is $179,400, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,294.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,400
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,294
Median List Price$329,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$329,900
$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Algood, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Algood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death10,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities254
Algood has a violent crime rate of 280 per 100,000 residents, 26% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,103 per 100,000 (58% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Algood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent279.6/100K
26% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape28.0/100K
Robbery28.0/100K
Assault223.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,103.2/100K
58% above US avg
Burglary475.3/100K
Theft2,572.0/100K
Vehicle Theft55.9/100K
Arson28.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Algood has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.3 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall16.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density978/sq mi
Coordinates36.2000°N, 85.4468°W
County FIPS47141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+80.1%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density978/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities254
Restaurants225
Retail Stores352

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home4.3%

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