Tennessee
Dayton is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 7,191. Residents earn $56,692 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
Based on current data, Dayton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Dayton is $56,692, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Dayton is $152,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Dayton is below the national average at 282 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,902 per 100,000, 150% above the national average.
20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Dayton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 91.2% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.8% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,692 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,846 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $940 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,279 |
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 189 |
| County GDP | $362M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,988 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.31% |
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
| Census Median | $152,200 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $256,924 |
| Median List Price | $324,850 |
| Median List Price | $324,850 |
| $/Sq Ft | $179 |
| Homes Sold | 11 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.4% |
| Price Drops | 27.6% |
| Inventory | 29 |
| Census Median Rent | $807 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.7% |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,988 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.31% |
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.9% |
| Depression | 31.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,902/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 28.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Total Violent | 282.0/100K |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 40.3/100K |
| Assault | 241.7/100K |
| Total Property | 4,902.0/100K |
| 150% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,034.1/100K |
| Theft | 3,747.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 120.9/100K |
| Arson | 13.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 63.1 inches |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 688 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 846/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4954°N, 85.0087°W |
| County FIPS | 47007 |
Winner: Republican by 70.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.0% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 846/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 90.9% |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 21 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 18.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |