Copperhill, TN

Tennessee

Copperhill is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 409. Residents earn $45,313 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
409 Population 231/sq mi density
$45,313 Median Income $28,537 per capita
$108,200 Home Value $190,896 Zillow
$732 Median Rent 43.8% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
593 Violent Crime/100K 593 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,313 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,200 home value, $732/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
593 violent crimes/100K (56% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,313
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,200
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 593/100K
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $732
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population409
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,313
Per Capita$28,537
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,298M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,200
Rent$732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,896
Housing Units257
Rent Burden43.8%

Crime

F
Violent593/100K
Property593/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault593/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity44.2%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking20.5%
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,573 ft (479 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+85.6%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Copperhill a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Copperhill is $45,313, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Copperhill is $108,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 593 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 593 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Copperhill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Copperhill has a population of 409 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

409
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Copperhill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Copperhill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Copperhill is $45,313, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Copperhill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,313
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,537
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$74,918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)828
County GDP$1,298M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare78
Retail140
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,910
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Copperhill is $108,200, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,896.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,200
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,896

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below US avg
Rent Burden43.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.9%
Housing Units257
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,910
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Copperhill, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.5% are current smokers. 31.7% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.3%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits52.7%
Premature Death12,245/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.6%
Healthcare Facilities78
Copperhill has a violent crime rate of 593 per 100,000 residents, 56% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 593 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent593.5/100K
56% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault593.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property593.5/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft593.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Copperhill has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.3 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.7°F
5% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,573 ft (479 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates34.9990°N, 84.3913°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS13111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.8-point margin. 87.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+85.6%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.9%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants70
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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