Home Value $202,800

28% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.8%

74% lower than US avg

Median Rent $527

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.7%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.3%

47% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.5%

23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population470

Median Age57.7 yrs

Density178/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans9.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$28,373

Unemployment5.3%

Poverty9.5%

County GDP$483M

Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$202,800

Rent$527

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units328

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity43.7%

Uninsured11.6%

Smoking21.6%

Depression32.7%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain55.3 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation1,755 ft (535 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.8%

High School+85.4%

Graduate+4.6%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%

Commute28 min

Broadband89.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries2

Is Ducktown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ducktown receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Ducktown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ducktown is $202,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $527 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ducktown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ducktown has a population of 470 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

470

Total Population

178

People / sq mi

57.7yrs

Median Age

48% above US avg

2.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%

Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ducktown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.1%
	22% above US avg
Spanish	3.9%
	71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ducktown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ducktown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ducktown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$28,373
Avg Weekly Wage	$807
IRS Avg AGI	$57,595

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.3%
	47% above US avg
Poverty Rate	9.5%
	23% below US avg
Establishments (County)	340
County GDP	$483M

Business (County)

Restaurants	27
Healthcare	24
Retail	46
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,925
	16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.9 min
Drive Alone	90.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ducktown is $202,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $527 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$202,800
	28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$527
	55% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	52.7%
Housing Units	328
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,925
	16% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.44%

In Ducktown, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 32.7% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.7%
	36% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	37.7%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	9.4%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.6%
	54% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.4%
Physical Inactivity	28.9%
Depression	32.7%
Mental Distress	22.5%
Physical Distress	16.2%
Short Sleep	41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	72.9%
Uninsured	11.6%
	35% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.1%
Dental Visits	53.3%
Premature Death	14,384/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	65.6%
Healthcare Facilities	24

Ducktown has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.2°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	55.3 inches
	45% above US avg
Snowfall	2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,755 ft (535 m)
Area	2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density	178/sq mi
Coordinates	35.0360°N, 84.3848°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47139

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.1-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%

D 15.5%

Winner: Republican by 68.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.8%
	74% below US avg
High School+	85.4%
Graduate Degree+	4.6%
School Test Score	5.08

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	178/sq mi
Total Area	2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.0%
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	24
Restaurants	27
Retail Stores	46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.9 min
Drive Alone	90.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Ducktown, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ducktown a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ducktown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ducktown vs U.S. Average

Income: Ducktown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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