Blaine, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Blaine is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,797. Residents earn $66,010 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,797 Population 294/sq mi density
$66,010 Median Income $29,550 per capita
$248,600 Home Value $321,181 Zillow
$958 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
54 Violent Crime/100K 1,401 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$66,010 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$248,600 home value, $958/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
54 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,010
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $248,600
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 54/100K
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,797
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,010
Per Capita$29,550
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$472M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$248,600
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,181

Crime

F
Violent54/100K
Property1,401/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault54/100K
Burglary485/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Elevation1,057 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute30 min
Libraries2

Is Blaine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blaine receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Blaine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blaine is $66,010, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blaine is $248,600, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Blaine is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,401 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Blaine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Blaine has a population of 2,797 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

2,797
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Blaine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blaine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blaine is $66,010, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Blaine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,010
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,550
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$59,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)298
County GDP$472M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare15
Retail41
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,007
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Blaine is $248,600, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,181.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$248,600
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,181
Median List Price$359,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$359,900
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.2%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% 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-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,007
14% below US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Blaine, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.8% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression30.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death16,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access9.8%
Healthcare Facilities15
Blaine has a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,401 per 100,000 (29% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent53.9/100K
86% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault53.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,400.9/100K
29% below US avg
Burglary484.9/100K
Theft862.1/100K
Vehicle Theft53.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Blaine has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.7 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.7 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates36.1447°N, 83.6955°W
County FIPS47173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.2%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 71.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants22
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home11.3%

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