Tennessee
Baxter is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,278. Residents earn $56,806 per year, which is 24% below the national average.
Based on current data, Baxter receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Baxter has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Baxter is $56,806, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Baxter is $198,800, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 501 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,937 per 100,000, 101% above the national average.
13.6% 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.
Baxter enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,806 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,883 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,519 |
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,565 |
| County GDP | $5,269M |
| Restaurants | 225 |
| Healthcare | 254 |
| Retail | 352 |
| Manufacturing | 109 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,811 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.92% |
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
| Census Median | $198,800 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $295,208 |
| Median List Price | $274,950 |
| Median List Price | $274,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $198 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.7% |
| Price Drops | 23.8% |
| Inventory | 21 |
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,811 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.92% |
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.9% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 30.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,996/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 254 |
| Total Violent | 501.1/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 501.1/100K |
| Total Property | 3,937.0/100K |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 644.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,863.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 429.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.4°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 60.0 inches |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 406/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1537°N, 85.6349°W |
| County FIPS | 47141 |
Winner: Republican by 47.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.6% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 406/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 254 |
| Restaurants | 225 |
| Retail Stores | 352 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |