Charleston, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Charleston is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 816. Residents earn $72,208 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
816 Population 710/sq mi density
$72,208 Median Income $31,864 per capita
$185,000 Home Value $361,409 Zillow
$871 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
150 Violent Crime/100K 1,347 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,208 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,000 home value, $871/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
150 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,208
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,000
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 150/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $871
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population816
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density710/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,208
Per Capita$31,864
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$6,669M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,000
Rent$871
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$361,409
Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

F
Violent150/100K
Property1,347/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault150/100K
Burglary749/100K

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Elevation728 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Broadband84.2%
Libraries3

Is Charleston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Charleston receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Charleston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Charleston is $72,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Charleston is $185,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $871 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Charleston is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,347 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Charleston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Charleston has a population of 816 with a density of 710 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 2% Hispanic, 13.8% Black.

Population

816
Total Population
710
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Charleston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Charleston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charleston is $72,208, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Charleston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,208
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,864
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$63,258

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,478
County GDP$6,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants215
Healthcare251
Retail365
Manufacturing108

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,429
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Charleston is $185,000, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $871 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $361,409.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,000
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$361,409
Median List Price$391,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$391,950
$/Sq Ft$132
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$871
25% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,429
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Charleston, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death10,765/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access78.5%
Healthcare Facilities251
Charleston has a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,347 per 100,000 (31% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent149.7/100K
61% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault149.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,347.3/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary748.5/100K
Theft449.1/100K
Vehicle Theft149.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Charleston has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.6 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density710/sq mi
Coordinates35.2857°N, 84.7608°W
County FIPS47011
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 84.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 20%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density710/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities251
Restaurants215
Retail Stores365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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