Bean Station, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Bean Station is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,990. Residents earn $50,114 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,990 Population 505/sq mi density
$50,114 Median Income $30,921 per capita
$156,400 Home Value $231,629 Zillow
$720 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
423 Violent Crime/100K 3,745 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,114 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$156,400 home value, $720/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
423 violent crimes/100K (11% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,114
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,400
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 423/100K
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,990
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density505/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,114
Per Capita$30,921
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$4,643M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,400
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,629

Crime

F
Violent423/100K
Property3,745/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault293/100K
Burglary423/100K

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.1%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation1,129 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+86.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Bean Station a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bean Station receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bean Station offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bean Station is $50,114, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bean Station is $156,400, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 423 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,745 per 100,000, 91% above the national average.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bean Station 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 48.1 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bean Station has a population of 2,990 with a density of 505 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

2,990
Total Population
505
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bean Station vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bean Station vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bean Station is $50,114, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bean Station vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,114
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,921
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,568
County GDP$4,643M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare172
Retail256
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bean Station is $156,400, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,629.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,400
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,629

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In Bean Station, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.1% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bean Station vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression32.1%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death13,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
Bean Station has a violent crime rate of 423 per 100,000 residents, 11% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,745 per 100,000 (91% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent423.3/100K
11% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape32.6/100K
Robbery97.7/100K
Assault293.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,744.7/100K
91% above US avg
Burglary423.3/100K
Theft2,995.8/100K
Vehicle Theft325.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bean Station 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 is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density505/sq mi
Coordinates36.3384°N, 83.2852°W
County FIPS47063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+86.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density505/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants129
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home6.3%

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