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Big Rock, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Big Rock is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 161. Residents earn $78,681 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
161 Population 94/sq mi density
$78,681 Median Income $48,620 per capita
$204,300 Home Value $222,966 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$78,681 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$204,300 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,681
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $204,300
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,681
Per Capita$48,620
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,164M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,966
Housing Units134
Rent Burden20.3%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured11.1%
Smoking18.4%
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute33 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Big Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Big Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Rock is $78,681, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Rock is $204,300, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Big Rock has a population of 161 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

161
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.2%
Female 39.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Big Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Rock is $78,681, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Big Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,681
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,620
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$60,397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)266
County GDP$1,164M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare21
Retail40
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,536
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Rock is $204,300, 28% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,966.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,300
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,966

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.0%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,536
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Big Rock, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 32.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Uninsured11.1%
29% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death12,355/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access42.4%
Healthcare Facilities21
Big Rock has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.8 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates36.5766°N, 87.7579°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47161
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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