Carthage, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Smith County County
Carthage, TN
At a Glance
How Carthage Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carthage's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carthage a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carthage residents earn a median household income of $65,288 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,305. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 418 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carthage is $239,600 , 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $283,960. Median rent is $820/month, with 23.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Carthage reports 488 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,173/100K.
Education
20.3% of adults in Carthage hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carthage has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches.