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Castalian Springs, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Castalian Springs is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 648. Residents earn $86,071 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
648 Population 111/sq mi density
$86,071 Median Income $36,198 per capita
$250,000 Home Value $416,173 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,071 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,071
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population648
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,071
Per Capita$36,198
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$305M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$416,173
Housing Units273
Rent Burden23.6%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking16.2%
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+18.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Broadband96.5%
Libraries1

Is Castalian Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Castalian Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Castalian Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Castalian Springs is $86,071, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Castalian Springs is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Castalian Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Castalian Springs has a population of 648 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

648
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Castalian Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Castalian Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Castalian Springs is $86,071, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Castalian Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,071
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,198
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$56,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)177
County GDP$305M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare16
Retail24
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,578
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Castalian Springs is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $416,173.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$416,173

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units273
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,578
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.03%
In Castalian Springs, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 31.4% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Castalian Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death12,221/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access51.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Castalian Springs has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°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

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.7°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates36.4012°N, 86.3068°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47169
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 96.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+18.6%
School Test Score5.08
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants10
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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