Bethpage, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Bethpage is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 493. Residents earn $98,180 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
493 Population 371/sq mi density
$98,180 Median Income $26,696 per capita
$211,000 Home Value $346,235 Zillow
$723 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$98,180 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$211,000 home value, $723/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,180
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $211,000
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $723
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.9%
206% higher than US avg

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

People

Population493
Median Age25.4 yrs
Density371/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$98,180
Per Capita$26,696
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty37.9%
County GDP$11,893M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,000
Rent$723
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$346,235
Housing Units84
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking15.6%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation531 ft (162 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries7

Is Bethpage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethpage receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Bethpage offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethpage is $98,180, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Bethpage among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bethpage is $211,000, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $723 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bethpage enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bethpage has a population of 493 with a density of 371 people per square mile. The median age is 25.4 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

493
Total Population
371
People / sq mi
25.4yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethpage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bethpage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethpage is $98,180, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bethpage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,180
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,696
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$95,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.9%
206% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,597
County GDP$11,893M

Business (County)

Restaurants324
Healthcare445
Retail511
Manufacturing165

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,235
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethpage is $211,000, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $723 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,235.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,000
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$346,235

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$723
38% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.1%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,235
21% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Bethpage, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bethpage vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits59.9%
Premature Death9,307/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities445
Bethpage has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.7°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation531 ft (162 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density371/sq mi
Coordinates36.4843°N, 86.3085°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47165
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density371/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities445
Restaurants324
Retail Stores511

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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