Byrdstown, TN

Tennessee

Byrdstown is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,344. Residents earn $32,250 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,344 Population 902/sq mi density
$32,250 Median Income $20,740 per capita
$158,000 Home Value $237,965 Zillow
$404 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$32,250 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$158,000 home value, $404/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,250
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,000
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $404
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,344
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density902/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$32,250
Per Capita$20,740
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$211M
Commute17 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$158,000
Rent$404
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,965

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.6%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Elevation985 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute17 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Byrdstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Byrdstown receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Byrdstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Byrdstown is $32,250, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Byrdstown is $158,000, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $404 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Byrdstown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Byrdstown has a population of 1,344 with a density of 902 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

1,344
Total Population
902
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Byrdstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Byrdstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Byrdstown is $32,250, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Byrdstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,250
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,740
Avg Weekly Wage$776
IRS Avg AGI$66,059

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$211M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare6
Retail15
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,740
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Byrdstown is $158,000, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $404 (65% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,965.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,000
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,965

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$404
65% 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-Occupied53.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,740
22% below US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Byrdstown, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.6% report depression. 35.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma12.4%
COPD12.9%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity35.3%
Depression34.6%
Mental Distress25.0%
Physical Distress19.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death9,469/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access7.2%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Byrdstown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation985 ft (300 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density902/sq mi
Coordinates36.5736°N, 85.1342°W
County FIPS47137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.5%

Winner: Republican by 66.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density902/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants13
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Work from Home1.6%

Nearby Cities

Compare Byrdstown with another city: