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Dowelltown, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Smith County County
Dowelltown, TN
At a Glance
How Dowelltown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dowelltown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dowelltown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dowelltown residents earn a median household income of $37,917 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,628. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 418 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dowelltown is $155,100 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $269,688. Median rent is $716/month, with 37.5% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Dowelltown reports 504 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,915/100K.
Education
8.0% of adults in Dowelltown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dowelltown has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.