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Auburntown, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Auburntown is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 326. Residents earn $75,714 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
326 Population 562/sq mi density
$75,714 Median Income $32,102 per capita
$221,800 Home Value $319,612 Zillow
$1,088 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,714 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,800 home value, $1,088/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,714
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,800
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,088
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population326
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density562/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,714
Per Capita$32,102
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$431M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,800
Rent$1,088
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,612
Housing Units167
Rent Burden18.5%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking21.6%
Depression33.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation730 ft (223 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute39 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries2

Is Auburntown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Auburntown receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Auburntown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Auburntown is $75,714, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Auburntown is $221,800, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,088 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Auburntown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Auburntown has a population of 326 with a density of 562 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

326
Total Population
562
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Auburntown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Auburntown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auburntown is $75,714, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Auburntown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,714
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,102
Avg Weekly Wage$912
IRS Avg AGI$61,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$431M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare24
Retail38
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,631
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Auburntown is $221,800, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,088 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,612.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,800
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$319,612

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,088
6% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%
Housing Units167
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,631
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.19%
In Auburntown, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 33.0% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression33.0%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits53.8%
Premature Death15,228/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Healthcare Facilities24
Auburntown has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.6 inches
52% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation730 ft (223 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density562/sq mi
Coordinates35.9526°N, 86.0935°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.1-point margin. 80.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.5%

Winner: Republican by 66.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density562/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants14
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home2.4%

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