Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Bolivar is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 5,171. Residents earn $38,575 per year, which is 49% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bolivar receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bolivar has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Bolivar is $38,575, 49% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Bolivar is $136,000, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,327 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,943 per 100,000, 101% above the national average.
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Bolivar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,575 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,041 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,098 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,011 |
| Unemployment | 10.3% |
| 186% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 823 |
| County GDP | $2,044M |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 102 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,574 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
| Commute Time | 31.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
| Census Median | $136,000 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $142,932 |
| Census Median Rent | $827 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,574 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
| Obesity | 46.3% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.2% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,140/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Total Violent | 1,327.2/100K |
| 249% above US avg | |
| Murder | 19.2/100K |
| 205% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 173.1/100K |
| Assault | 1,134.8/100K |
| Total Property | 3,943.1/100K |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,096.4/100K |
| Theft | 2,750.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 96.2/100K |
| Arson | 19.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.8 inches |
| 52% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 438 ft (134 m) |
| Area | 8.1 sq mi (21.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 638/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2640°N, 89.0119°W |
| County FIPS | 47047 |
Winner: Republican by 42.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.9% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 638/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Retail Stores | 102 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 31.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |