Median Income $79,167

5% higher than US avg

Home Value $257,100

9% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.8%

53% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.5%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.4%

73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population297

Median Age47.7 yrs

Density81/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans9.3%

Economy

A+

Median Income$79,167

Per Capita$42,553

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty3.4%

County GDP$1,763M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$257,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units139

Rent Burden15.4%

Health

Obesity39.5%

Uninsured12.7%

Smoking21.4%

Depression30.6%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain57.0 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation316 ft (96 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.8%

High School+91.9%

Graduate+4.7%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%

Commute28 min

Broadband85.1%

Libraries2

Is Braden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Braden receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Braden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Braden is $79,167, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Braden is $257,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.8% 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

Braden 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. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Braden has a population of 297 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 10.1% Black.

Population

297

Total Population

People / sq mi

47.7yrs

Median Age

23% above US avg

3.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%

Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Braden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.5%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.5%
	74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Braden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Braden is $79,167, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Braden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$79,167
	5% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$42,553
Avg Weekly Wage	$967
IRS Avg AGI	$65,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.4%
	73% below US avg
Establishments (County)	962
County GDP	$1,763M

Business (County)

Restaurants	83
Healthcare	78
Retail	145
Manufacturing	27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,464
	30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.7 min
Drive Alone	85.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Braden is $257,100, 9% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$257,100
	9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	15.4%

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	86.0%
Housing Units	139
Median Year Built	1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,464
	30% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.96%

In Braden, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 21.4% are current smokers. 30.6% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.5%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	12.5%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	37.9%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	9.1%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.4%
	53% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.7%
Physical Inactivity	27.8%
Depression	30.6%
Mental Distress	21.9%
Physical Distress	15.7%
Short Sleep	37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.9%
Uninsured	12.7%
	48% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	55.1%
Premature Death	12,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	58.7%
Healthcare Facilities	78

Braden has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	61.1°F
	13% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	57.0 inches
	50% above US avg
Snowfall	1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	316 ft (96 m)
Area	3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density	81/sq mi
Coordinates	35.3685°N, 89.5718°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47167

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.8-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%

D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.8%
	53% below US avg
High School+	91.9%
Graduate Degree+	4.7%
School Test Score	5.08

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	81/sq mi
Total Area	3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.1%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	78
Restaurants	83
Retail Stores	145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.7 min
Drive Alone	85.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.7%

Braden, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Braden a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Braden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Braden vs U.S. Average

Income: Braden 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: Braden 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

Nearby Cities