Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Cleveland is a mid-size city in Tennessee with a population of 48,185. Residents earn $55,904 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cleveland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cleveland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Cleveland is $55,904, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Cleveland is $241,800, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 858 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 5,988 per 100,000, 206% above the national average.
31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Cleveland 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.
| English Only | 88.6% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 11.4% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,904 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,510 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,046 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,258 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,478 |
| County GDP | $6,669M |
| Restaurants | 215 |
| Healthcare | 251 |
| Retail | 365 |
| Manufacturing | 108 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,429 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.42% |
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |
| Census Median | $241,800 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $305,821 |
| Median List Price | $370,000 |
| Median List Price | $370,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $198 |
| Homes Sold | 41 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 26.6% |
| Inventory | 252 |
| Census Median Rent | $966 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,378 |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,429 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.42% |
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 29.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,765/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 251 |
| Total Violent | 857.8/100K |
| 126% above US avg | |
| Murder | 2.3/100K |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Rape | 46.4/100K |
| Robbery | 64.9/100K |
| Assault | 744.2/100K |
| Total Property | 5,988.2/100K |
| 206% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,115.1/100K |
| Theft | 4,532.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 340.8/100K |
| Arson | 11.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.6 inches |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
| Area | 31.1 sq mi (80.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,549/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1800°N, 84.8713°W |
| County FIPS | 47011 |
Winner: Republican by 58.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.1% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,549/sq mi |
| Total Area | 31.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 13 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 251 |
| Restaurants | 215 |
| Retail Stores | 365 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |