Beech Bluff, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Beech Bluff is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 511. Residents earn $92,708 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
511 Population 116/sq mi density
$92,708 Median Income $28,802 per capita
$139,600 Home Value $213,178 Zillow
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$92,708 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,600 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,708
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population511
Median Age62.6 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans25.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,708
Per Capita$28,802
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$8,548M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,178

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+83.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Beech Bluff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beech Bluff receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Beech Bluff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beech Bluff is $92,708, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beech Bluff is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Beech Bluff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Beech Bluff has a population of 511 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 62.6 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.6%), with 20.4% Black.

Population

511
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
62.6yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.4%
Female 61.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Beech Bluff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beech Bluff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beech Bluff is $92,708, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Beech Bluff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,708
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,802
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$67,311

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,988
County GDP$8,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare374
Retail470
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,610
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Beech Bluff is $139,600, 50% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,178.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,178

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$161
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,610
3% above US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Beech Bluff, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Beech Bluff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death12,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access85.5%
Healthcare Facilities374
Beech Bluff has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates35.6046°N, 88.6292°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 40.3%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities374
Restaurants253
Retail Stores470

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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