Median Income $58,929

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $198,000

30% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.7%

65% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.9%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 9.5%

164% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.1%

35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population650

Median Age44.1 yrs

Density85/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans8.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$58,929

Per Capita$21,498

Unemployment9.5%

Poverty8.1%

County GDP$1,064M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$198,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units236

Rent Burden47.3%

Health

Obesity34.9%

Uninsured10.7%

Smoking18.4%

Depression31.9%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain54.8 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation422 ft (129 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.7%

High School+90.1%

Graduate+4.8%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%

Commute29 min

Broadband81.7%

Libraries1

Is Chesterfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chesterfield receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Chesterfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chesterfield is $58,929, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chesterfield is $198,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Chesterfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Chesterfield has a population of 650 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

650

Total Population

People / sq mi

44.1yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

7.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%

Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chesterfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.8%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.2%
	76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chesterfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chesterfield is $58,929, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Chesterfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,929
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,498
Avg Weekly Wage	$908
IRS Avg AGI	$57,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.5%
	164% above US avg
Poverty Rate	8.1%
	35% below US avg
Establishments (County)	614
County GDP	$1,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants	46
Healthcare	56
Retail	95
Manufacturing	32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,605
	26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.7 min
Drive Alone	89.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chesterfield is $198,000, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$198,000
	30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	47.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	70.3%
Housing Units	236
Median Year Built	1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,605
	26% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.32%

In Chesterfield, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 31.9% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.9%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	33.0%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	7.5%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.4%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.0%
Physical Inactivity	25.4%
Depression	31.9%
Mental Distress	21.7%
Physical Distress	14.6%
Short Sleep	36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.5%
Uninsured	10.7%
	24% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.7%
Dental Visits	60.3%
Premature Death	12,842/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	35.8%
Healthcare Facilities	56

Chesterfield has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.2°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	54.8 inches
	44% above US avg
Snowfall	1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	422 ft (129 m)
Area	7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²)
Population Density	85/sq mi
Coordinates	35.6528°N, 88.2670°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47077

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.9-point margin. 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%

D 15.8%

Winner: Republican by 67.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.7%
	65% below US avg
High School+	90.1%
Graduate Degree+	4.8%
School Test Score	5.08

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	85/sq mi
Total Area	7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	81.7%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	56
Restaurants	46
Retail Stores	95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.7 min
Drive Alone	89.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Chesterfield, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Chesterfield a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Chesterfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Chesterfield vs U.S. Average

Income: Chesterfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities