Median Income $98,194

31% higher than US avg

Home Value $74,500

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.9%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.3%

25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population171

Median Age39.1 yrs

Density128/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans90.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$98,194

Per Capita$28,042

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty9.3%

County GDP$787M

Commute36 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$74,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units48

Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity37.9%

Uninsured12.0%

Smoking20.1%

Depression32.3%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain59.1 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation456 ft (139 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+76.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%

Commute36 min

Broadband71.0%

Libraries2

Is Chewalla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chewalla receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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 long commute times. Chewalla stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chewalla is $98,194, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Chewalla among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chewalla is $74,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Chewalla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Chewalla has a population of 171 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

171

Total Population

128

People / sq mi

39.1yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.7%

Female 36.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chewalla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chewalla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chewalla is $98,194, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Chewalla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$98,194
	31% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,042
Avg Weekly Wage	$861
IRS Avg AGI	$53,973

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.3%
	25% below US avg
Establishments (County)	544
County GDP	$787M

Business (County)

Restaurants	36
Healthcare	45
Retail	87
Manufacturing	40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,033
	42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	35.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chewalla is $74,500, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$74,500
	74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.8%

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	62.0%
Housing Units	48
Median Year Built	1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,033
	42% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.73%

In Chewalla, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.1% are current smokers. 32.3% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.9%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	8.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.1%
	44% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.4%
Physical Inactivity	27.4%
Depression	32.3%
Mental Distress	22.3%
Physical Distress	15.4%
Short Sleep	38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.3%
Uninsured	12.0%
	40% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.7%
Dental Visits	55.0%
Premature Death	14,361/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	45.0%
Healthcare Facilities	45

Chewalla has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	60.4°F
	12% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	59.1 inches
	55% above US avg
Snowfall	1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	456 ft (139 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density	128/sq mi
Coordinates	35.0209°N, 88.6427°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47109

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%

D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	76.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.08

A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	128/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	71.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	45
Restaurants	36
Retail Stores	87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	35.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Chewalla, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Chewalla a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Chewalla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Chewalla vs U.S. Average

Income: Chewalla 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: Chewalla 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