Bradford, TN

Tennessee

Bradford is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,240. Residents earn $40,536 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,240 Population 701/sq mi density
$40,536 Median Income $20,453 per capita
$101,600 Home Value $165,787 Zillow
$684 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
591 Violent Crime/100K 1,378 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$40,536 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,600 home value, $684/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
591 violent crimes/100K (55% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,536
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,600
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 591/100K
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $684
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,240
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density701/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,536
Per Capita$20,453
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,600
Rent$684
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,787

Crime

F
Violent591/100K
Property1,378/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault591/100K
Burglary394/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation355 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Bradford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradford receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bradford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradford is $40,536, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradford is $101,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $684 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 591 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,378 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bradford has a population of 1,240 with a density of 701 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 6.8% Black.

Population

1,240
Total Population
701
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradford is $40,536, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bradford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,536
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,453
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$58,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)674
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare68
Retail105
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,121
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradford is $101,600, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $684 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,787.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,600
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,787

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$684
41% 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-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,121
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Bradford, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression31.1%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death11,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access25.3%
Healthcare Facilities68
Bradford has a violent crime rate of 591 per 100,000 residents, 55% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,378 per 100,000 (30% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent590.6/100K
55% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault590.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,378.0/100K
30% below US avg
Burglary393.7/100K
Theft885.8/100K
Vehicle Theft98.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bradford has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation355 ft (108 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density701/sq mi
Coordinates36.0738°N, 88.8163°W
County FIPS47183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density701/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants65
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home2.6%

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