Median Income $59,773

20% lower than US avg

Home Value $78,300

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.2%

43% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.7%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.4%

50% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 23.1%

86% higher than US avg

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

People

Population251

Median Age33.2 yrs

Density127/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans3.2%

Economy

C+

Median Income$59,773

Per Capita$20,188

Unemployment5.4%

Poverty23.1%

County GDP$1,085M

Commute44 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$78,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units173

Health

Obesity38.7%

Uninsured13.2%

Smoking22.5%

Depression32.5%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain58.7 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation1,851 ft (564 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.2%

High School+91.0%

Graduate+5.1%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%

Commute44 min

Broadband96.0%

Libraries1

Is Bon Air a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bon Air receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Bon Air offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bon Air is $59,773, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bon Air is $78,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bon Air enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bon Air has a population of 251 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

251

Total Population

127

People / sq mi

33.2yrs

Median Age

15% below US avg

2.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%

Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bon Air vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bon Air vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bon Air is $59,773, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Bon Air vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$59,773
	20% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$20,188
Avg Weekly Wage	$867
IRS Avg AGI	$55,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.4%
	50% above US avg
Poverty Rate	23.1%
	86% above US avg
Establishments (County)	595
County GDP	$1,085M

Business (County)

Restaurants	36
Healthcare	55
Retail	75
Manufacturing	41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,586
	26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	43.9 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bon Air is $78,300, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$78,300
	72% 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	84.4%
Housing Units	173
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,586
	26% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.30%

In Bon Air, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 22.5% are current smokers. 32.5% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bon Air vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.7%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	11.9%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.8%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	9.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.5%
	61% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.3%
Physical Inactivity	29.0%
Depression	32.5%
Mental Distress	22.4%
Physical Distress	16.2%
Short Sleep	37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.3%
Uninsured	13.2%
	53% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.4%
Dental Visits	54.3%
Premature Death	13,272/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	33.6%
Healthcare Facilities	55

Bon Air has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	58.0°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	58.7 inches
	54% above US avg
Snowfall	5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,851 ft (564 m)
Area	2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density	127/sq mi
Coordinates	35.9333°N, 85.3701°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47185

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%

D 16.3%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.2%
	43% below US avg
High School+	91.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.1%
School Test Score	5.08

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	127/sq mi
Total Area	2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	55
Restaurants	36
Retail Stores	75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	43.9 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Bon Air, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bon Air a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bon Air vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bon Air vs U.S. Average

Income: Bon Air 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: Bon Air 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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