Bruceton, TN

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.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,363 Population 811/sq mi density
$55,962 Median Income $28,367 per capita
$107,700 Home Value $142,390 Zillow
$658 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
618 Violent Crime/100K 1,441 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,962 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,700 home value, $658/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
618 violent crimes/100K (63% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,962
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,700
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 618/100K
63% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $658
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,363
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density811/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,962
Per Capita$28,367
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$587M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,700
Rent$658
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,390

Crime

F
Violent618/100K
Property1,441/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault549/100K
Burglary275/100K

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Elevation474 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Bruceton a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Bruceton has a population of 1,363 with a density of 811 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

1,363
Total Population
811
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruceton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bruceton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruceton is $55,962, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bruceton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,962
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,367
Avg Weekly Wage$880
IRS Avg AGI$53,785

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)381
County GDP$587M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare33
Retail56
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,350
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruceton is $107,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $658 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,390.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,700
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,390

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$658
43% 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-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,350
33% below US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Bruceton, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death14,781/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities33
Bruceton has a violent crime rate of 618 per 100,000 residents, 63% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,441 per 100,000 (26% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent617.7/100K
63% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape68.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault549.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,441.3/100K
26% below US avg
Burglary274.5/100K
Theft1,098.2/100K
Vehicle Theft68.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bruceton has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation474 ft (144 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density811/sq mi
Coordinates36.0349°N, 88.2466°W
County FIPS47005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density811/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants28
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home4.0%

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