Caryville, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Caryville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,079. Residents earn $61,932 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,079 Population 374/sq mi density
$61,932 Median Income $35,248 per capita
$193,300 Home Value $247,149 Zillow
$791 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
400 Violent Crime/100K 3,425 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$61,932 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$193,300 home value, $791/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
400 violent crimes/100K (5% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,932
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,300
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 400/100K
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $791
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,079
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density374/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,932
Per Capita$35,248
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$1,449M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,300
Rent$791
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,149

Crime

F
Violent400/100K
Property3,425/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault356/100K
Burglary578/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Elevation1,196 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+84.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Caryville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caryville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Caryville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caryville is $61,932, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caryville is $193,300, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 400 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,425 per 100,000, 75% above the national average.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Caryville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Caryville has a population of 2,079 with a density of 374 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,079
Total Population
374
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Caryville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caryville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caryville is $61,932, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Caryville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,932
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,248
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$58,604

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)748
County GDP$1,449M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare62
Retail118
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,081
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Caryville is $193,300, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,149.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,300
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,149

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$113
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$791
32% 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-Occupied59.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,081
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Caryville, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.7% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression32.7%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death18,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities62
Caryville has a violent crime rate of 400 per 100,000 residents, 5% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,425 per 100,000 (75% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent400.4/100K
5% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape44.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault355.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,425.3/100K
75% above US avg
Burglary578.3/100K
Theft2,580.1/100K
Vehicle Theft266.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Caryville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,196 ft (365 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density374/sq mi
Coordinates36.3117°N, 84.1997°W
County FIPS47013
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.5%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+84.9%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density374/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants64
Retail Stores118

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home9.3%

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