Dickson, TN
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Dickson, TN
At a Glance
How Dickson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dickson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dickson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dickson residents earn a median household income of $69,074 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,801. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,422 business establishments, including 126 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dickson is $263,100 , 7% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $345,539. Median rent is $999/month, with 24.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Dickson reports 471 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,356/100K.
Education
18.1% of adults in Dickson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dickson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches.