Baxter, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Putnam County County
Baxter, TN
At a Glance
How Baxter Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Baxter's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Baxter a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Baxter residents earn a median household income of $56,806 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,883. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,565 business establishments, including 225 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Baxter is $198,800 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $300,742. Median rent is $850/month, with 29.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Baxter reports 242 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 870/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Baxter hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 88.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Baxter has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.