Bulls Gap, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Bulls Gap is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 910. Residents earn $50,066 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
910 Population 746/sq mi density
$50,066 Median Income $26,301 per capita
$148,200 Home Value $233,044 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,066 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,200 home value, $750/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,066
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,200
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population910
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density746/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,066
Per Capita$26,301
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$4,643M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,200
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,044
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.6%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation1,146 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+86.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Broadband69.3%
Libraries1

Is Bulls Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bulls Gap receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bulls Gap offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bulls Gap is $50,066, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bulls Gap is $148,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bulls Gap enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Bulls Gap has a population of 910 with a density of 746 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

910
Total Population
746
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Bulls Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bulls Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bulls Gap is $50,066, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bulls Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,066
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,301
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,568
County GDP$4,643M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare172
Retail256
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bulls Gap is $148,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,044.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,044
Median List Price$299,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,900
$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Bulls Gap, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.6% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bulls Gap vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD12.8%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression34.6%
Mental Distress25.0%
Physical Distress19.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death13,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities172

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Bulls Gap has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,146 ft (349 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density746/sq mi
Coordinates36.2616°N, 83.0788°W
County FIPS47063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 69.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+86.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density746/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants129
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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