Tennessee
Bruceton is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,363. Residents earn $55,962 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bruceton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bruceton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Bruceton is $55,962, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Bruceton is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 618 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 1,441 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.
14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Bruceton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,962 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,367 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $880 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,785 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.0% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 381 |
| County GDP | $587M |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,350 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.18% |
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
| Census Median | $107,700 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $142,390 |
| Census Median Rent | $658 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,350 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.18% |
| Obesity | 43.3% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.8% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 32.6% |
| Mental Distress | 22.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,781/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
| Total Violent | 617.7/100K |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 68.6/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 549.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,441.3/100K |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 274.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,098.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 68.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.6 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 474 ft (144 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 811/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0349°N, 88.2466°W |
| County FIPS | 47005 |
Winner: Republican by 62.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.9% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 811/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Retail Stores | 56 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |