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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,114 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,921 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,316 |
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,568 |
| County GDP | $4,643M |
| Restaurants | 129 |
| Healthcare | 172 |
| Retail | 256 |
| Manufacturing | 86 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,177 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.03% |
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |
| Census Median | $156,400 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $231,629 |
| Census Median Rent | $720 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,177 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.03% |
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 32.1% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,647/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 172 |
| Total Violent | 423.3/100K |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 32.6/100K |
| Robbery | 97.7/100K |
| Assault | 293.1/100K |
| Total Property | 3,744.7/100K |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 423.3/100K |
| Theft | 2,995.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 325.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.1 inches |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 8.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,129 ft (344 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 505/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3384°N, 83.2852°W |
| County FIPS | 47063 |
Winner: Republican by 58.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.8% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 505/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 172 |
| Restaurants | 129 |
| Retail Stores | 256 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |