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Centertown, TN

Tennessee

Centertown is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 258. Residents earn $54,271 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
258 Population 280/sq mi density
$54,271 Median Income $29,699 per capita
$158,300 Home Value $223,046 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,271 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,300 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,271
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,300
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population258
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,271
Per Capita$29,699
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$2,003M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,300
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,046
Housing Units162
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking19.8%
Depression31.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute33 min
Broadband82.9%
Libraries1

Is Centertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centertown receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Centertown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centertown is $54,271, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centertown is $158,300, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Centertown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Centertown has a population of 258 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

258
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Centertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Centertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centertown is $54,271, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Centertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,271
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,699
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$55,639

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,011
County GDP$2,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare109
Retail152
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,588
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Centertown is $158,300, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,046.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,300
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,046

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,588
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Centertown, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 31.1% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression31.1%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits53.9%
Premature Death11,917/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access56.9%
Healthcare Facilities109
Centertown has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.4 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates35.7251°N, 85.9197°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.1-point margin. 82.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 56.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants67
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Nearby Cities

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