Dowelltown, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Dowelltown is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 382. Residents earn $37,917 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
382 Population 509/sq mi density
$37,917 Median Income $23,628 per capita
$155,100 Home Value $269,688 Zillow
$716 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$37,917 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$155,100 home value, $716/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,917
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,100
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $716
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population382
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density509/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$37,917
Per Capita$23,628
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$843M
Commute44 min

Housing

A
Home Value$155,100
Rent$716
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,688
Housing Units164
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured14.7%
Smoking25.1%
Depression33.1%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation588 ft (179 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute44 min
Broadband80.3%
Libraries2

Is Dowelltown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dowelltown receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Dowelltown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dowelltown is $37,917, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dowelltown is $155,100, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $716 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dowelltown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dowelltown has a population of 382 with a density of 509 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

382
Total Population
509
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dowelltown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dowelltown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dowelltown is $37,917, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Dowelltown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,917
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,628
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$66,092

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)418
County GDP$843M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare30
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,324
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.3 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dowelltown is $155,100, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $716 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,688.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,100
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,688

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$716
38% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%
Housing Units164
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,324
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Dowelltown, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% of residents lack health insurance. 25.1% are current smokers. 33.1% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD11.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.1%
79% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression33.1%
Mental Distress23.9%
Physical Distress18.5%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured14.7%
71% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits50.8%
Premature Death12,786/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access34.1%
Healthcare Facilities30
Dowelltown has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.8 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.8 inches
49% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation588 ft (179 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density509/sq mi
Coordinates36.0125°N, 85.9426°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47159
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density509/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants28
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.3 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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