Ashland City, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Ashland City is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 5,318. Residents earn $73,921 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,318 Population 498/sq mi density
$73,921 Median Income $42,340 per capita
$259,900 Home Value $341,797 Zillow
$1,333 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
450 Violent Crime/100K 3,431 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$73,921 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$259,900 home value, $1,333/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
450 violent crimes/100K (18% above avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,921
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $259,900
8% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 450/100K
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,333
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,318
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density498/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,921
Per Capita$42,340
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,921M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$259,900
Rent$1,333
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$341,797

Crime

F
Violent450/100K
Property3,431/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault386/100K
Burglary472/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation607 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute28 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Ashland City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashland City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ashland City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ashland City is $73,921, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ashland City is $259,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,333 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 450 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,431 per 100,000, 75% above the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ashland City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ashland City has a population of 5,318 with a density of 498 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 6.8% Black.

Population

5,318
Total Population
498
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashland City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ashland City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashland City is $73,921, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ashland City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,921
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,340
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$74,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)995
County GDP$1,921M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare58
Retail90
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ashland City is $259,900, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,333 (15% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,797.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$259,900
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$341,797
Median List Price$599,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$599,000
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops21.1%
Inventory38

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,333
15% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,651

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Rate1.29%
In Ashland City, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ashland City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death12,437/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities58
Ashland City has a violent crime rate of 450 per 100,000 residents, 18% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,431 per 100,000 (75% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent450.3/100K
18% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape21.4/100K
Robbery42.9/100K
Assault385.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,430.5/100K
75% above US avg
Burglary471.7/100K
Theft2,680.1/100K
Vehicle Theft278.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ashland City has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²)
Population Density498/sq mi
Coordinates36.2562°N, 87.0327°W
County FIPS47021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density498/sq mi
Total Area10.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants59
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home9.5%

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