Median Income $63,375

16% lower than US avg

Home Value $134,900

52% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.4%

69% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.2%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.6%

10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168

Median Age58.3 yrs

Density29/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 73%

Veterans8.6%

Economy

B+

Median Income$63,375

Per Capita$25,396

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty13.6%

County GDP$1,714M

Commute37 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$134,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units147

Health

Obesity38.2%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking18.1%

Depression30.3%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain59.8 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation911 ft (278 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.4%

High School+78.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute37 min

Broadband71.0%

Libraries1

Is Blanche a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blanche receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Blanche offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blanche is $63,375, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blanche is $134,900, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Blanche enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Blanche has a population of 168 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.6%).

Population

168

Total Population

People / sq mi

58.3yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

5.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%

Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Blanche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.8%
	22% above US avg
Spanish	4.2%
	69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blanche vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blanche is $63,375, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Blanche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,375
	16% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,396
Avg Weekly Wage	$973
IRS Avg AGI	$64,203

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.6%
	10% above US avg
Establishments (County)	804
County GDP	$1,714M

Business (County)

Restaurants	42
Healthcare	70
Retail	137
Manufacturing	34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,298
	34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	37.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blanche is $134,900, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$134,900
	52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied	64.8%
Housing Units	147
Median Year Built	1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,298
	34% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.70%

In Blanche, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 30.3% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.2%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	34.0%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.1%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.3%
Physical Inactivity	25.0%
Depression	30.3%
Mental Distress	20.8%
Physical Distress	14.4%
Short Sleep	38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	57.9%
Premature Death	13,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	28.1%
Healthcare Facilities	70

Blanche has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	60.0°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	59.8 inches
	57% above US avg
Snowfall	1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	911 ft (278 m)
Area	5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density	29/sq mi
Coordinates	35.0437°N, 86.7533°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47103

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%

D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.4%
	69% below US avg
High School+	78.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.08

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	29/sq mi
Total Area	5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	71.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	70
Restaurants	42
Retail Stores	137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	37.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Blanche, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Blanche a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Blanche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Blanche vs U.S. Average

Income: Blanche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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