Home Value $213,100

24% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.6%

2% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population118

Median Age21.7 yrs

Density112/mi²

Male / Female80% / 20%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans77.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$20,579

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,723M

Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$213,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$278,669

Housing Units35

Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity31.6%

Uninsured12.5%

Smoking18.5%

Depression25.0%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain55.0 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation504 ft (154 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+81.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute21 min

Broadband39.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries1

Is Buchanan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buchanan receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Buchanan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buchanan is $213,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Buchanan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Buchanan has a population of 118 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 21.7 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 11.9% Black.

Population

118

Total Population

112

People / sq mi

21.7yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 79.7%

Female 20.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Buchanan 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

Buchanan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buchanan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Buchanan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$20,579
Avg Weekly Wage	$918
IRS Avg AGI	$62,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	834
County GDP	$1,723M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	81
Retail	133
Manufacturing	47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,804
	20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.9 min
Drive Alone	25.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Buchanan is $213,100, 24% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,669.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$213,100
	24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$278,669

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	25.4%

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	79.5%
Housing Units	35

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,804
	20% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.32%

In Buchanan, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.6%
	2% below US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	30.8%
Asthma	8.0%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	5.9%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.5%
	32% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	21.9%
Depression	25.0%
Mental Distress	17.6%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	12.5%
	45% above US avg
Checkup Rate	64.5%
Dental Visits	47.3%
Premature Death	12,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.6/10
Exercise Access	60.2%
Healthcare Facilities	81

Buchanan has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.0°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	55.0 inches
	45% above US avg
Snowfall	5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	504 ft (154 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	112/sq mi
Coordinates	36.4340°N, 88.2028°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47079

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.3-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%

D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	81.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.08

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	112/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	39.0%
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	81
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.9 min
Drive Alone	25.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Buchanan, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Buchanan a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Buchanan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Buchanan vs U.S. Average

Income: Buchanan 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: Buchanan 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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