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Baileyton, TN

Tennessee

Baileyton is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 493. Residents earn $38,958 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
493 Population 304/sq mi density
$38,958 Median Income $23,366 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $201,202 Zillow
$635 Median Rent 24.1% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
233 Violent Crime/100K 3,730 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$38,958 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $635/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
233 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,958
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 233/100K
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $635
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

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

People

Population493
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans16.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,958
Per Capita$23,366
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty26.8%
County GDP$3,396M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$162,500
Rent$635
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,202
Housing Units244
Rent Burden24.1%

Crime

F
Violent233/100K
Property3,730/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault233/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity44.9%
Uninsured16.7%
Smoking28.2%
Depression32.9%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Broadband72.7%
Libraries3

Is Baileyton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baileyton receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Baileyton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baileyton is $38,958, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baileyton is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $635 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Baileyton is below the national average at 233 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,730 per 100,000, 90% above the national average.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Baileyton 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. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Baileyton has a population of 493 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

493
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Baileyton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baileyton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baileyton is $38,958, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Baileyton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,958
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,366
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$56,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,573
County GDP$3,396M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare161
Retail229
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,155
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Baileyton is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $635 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,202.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$635
45% below US avg
Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.2%
Housing Units244
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,155
10% below US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Baileyton, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% of residents lack health insurance. 28.2% are current smokers. 32.9% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD12.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking28.2%
101% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression32.9%
Mental Distress24.5%
Physical Distress20.0%
Short Sleep43.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured16.7%
94% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits45.5%
Premature Death12,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities161
Baileyton has a violent crime rate of 233 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,730 per 100,000 (90% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent233.1/100K
39% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault233.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,729.6/100K
90% above US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft3,729.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Baileyton 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 48.8 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates36.3243°N, 82.8360°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin. 72.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities161
Restaurants129
Retail Stores229

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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