Coker Creek, TN

Tennessee

Coker Creek is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 154. Residents earn $12,109 per year, which is 84% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
154 Population 80/sq mi density
$12,109 Median Income $17,177 per capita
$37,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$12,109 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,200 home value
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,109
84% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,200
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 71.1%
473% higher than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age66.7 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$12,109
Per Capita$17,177
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty71.1%
County GDP$2,217M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,200
RentN/A
Ownership83.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Elevation1,623 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute12 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries4

Is Coker Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coker Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Coker Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coker Creek is $12,109, 84% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 71.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coker Creek is $37,200, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Coker Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Coker Creek has a population of 154 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 66.7 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 10.4% Hispanic.

Population

154
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
66.7yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Coker Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coker Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coker Creek is $12,109, which is 84% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 71.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Coker Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,109
84% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,177
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$64,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate71.1%
473% above US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$2,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare82
Retail150
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,437
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coker Creek is $37,200, 87% below the national average. 83.2% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,200
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.2%
Owner-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,437
2% below US avg
Effective Rate9.24%
In Coker Creek, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.8% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Coker Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression35.8%
Mental Distress24.5%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate55.6%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death15,494/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities82

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Coker Creek has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.3 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,623 ft (495 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates35.2632°N, 84.2882°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, 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 66.8-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 66.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.08
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants96
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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