Celina, TN

Tennessee

Celina is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,782. Residents earn $33,430 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,782 Population 968/sq mi density
$33,430 Median Income $16,836 per capita
$167,600 Home Value $188,557 Zillow
$513 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
739 Violent Crime/100K 1,882 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$33,430 median income, 5.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$167,600 home value, $513/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
739 violent crimes/100K (95% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,430
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,600
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 739/100K
95% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $513
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,782
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density968/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,430
Per Capita$16,836
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$330M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$167,600
Rent$513
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,557

Crime

F
Violent739/100K
Property1,882/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault739/100K
Burglary538/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.6%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation549 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+72.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Celina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Celina receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Celina has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Celina is $33,430, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Celina is $167,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $513 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 739 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,882 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Celina 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 49.6 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Celina has a population of 1,782 with a density of 968 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

1,782
Total Population
968
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Celina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Celina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Celina is $33,430, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Celina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,430
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,836
Avg Weekly Wage$736
IRS Avg AGI$48,869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)162
County GDP$330M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare9
Retail23
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,880
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Celina is $167,600, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $513 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,557.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,600
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,557

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$513
56% 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-Occupied48.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,880
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Celina, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.6% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression33.6%
Mental Distress23.9%
Physical Distress17.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death13,083/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access11.5%
Healthcare Facilities9
Celina has a violent crime rate of 739 per 100,000 residents, 95% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,882 per 100,000 (4% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent739.3/100K
95% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault739.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,881.7/100K
4% below US avg
Burglary537.6/100K
Theft1,276.9/100K
Vehicle Theft67.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Celina 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 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation549 ft (167 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density968/sq mi
Coordinates36.5476°N, 85.5038°W
County FIPS47027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 16.3%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+72.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density968/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants7
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home1.4%

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