Dunlap, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Dunlap is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 5,546. Residents earn $38,666 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,546 Population 514/sq mi density
$38,666 Median Income $18,740 per capita
$148,300 Home Value $265,636 Zillow
$890 Median Rent 42.1% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
352 Violent Crime/100K 4,088 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$38,666 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$148,300 home value, $890/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
352 violent crimes/100K (7% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,666
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,300
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 352/100K
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.4%
226% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,546
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density514/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$38,666
Per Capita$18,740
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty40.4%
County GDP$466M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,300
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,636
Rent Burden42.1%

Crime

F
Violent352/100K
Property4,088/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault254/100K
Burglary919/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.7 in/yr
Elevation718 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+78.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute22 min
Broadband76.6%
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Dunlap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunlap receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dunlap has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunlap is $38,666, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 40.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunlap is $148,300, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dunlap is below the national average at 352 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,088 per 100,000, 109% above the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunlap enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dunlap has a population of 5,546 with a density of 514 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

5,546
Total Population
514
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunlap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunlap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunlap is $38,666, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Dunlap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,666
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,740
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$67,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.4%
226% above US avg
Establishments (County)316
County GDP$466M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare24
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,895
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunlap is $148,300, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,636.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,300
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,636

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden42.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,895
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Dunlap, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD11.8%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression33.9%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress18.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death11,115/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access42.9%
Healthcare Facilities24
Dunlap has a violent crime rate of 352 per 100,000 residents, 7% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,088 per 100,000 (109% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Dunlap vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent352.1/100K
7% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape58.7/100K
Robbery39.1/100K
Assault254.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,088.4/100K
109% above US avg
Burglary919.4/100K
Theft2,777.8/100K
Vehicle Theft391.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dunlap has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.7 inches
68% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation718 ft (219 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²)
Population Density514/sq mi
Coordinates35.3675°N, 85.3898°W
County FIPS47153
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.3-point margin. 76.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+78.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density514/sq mi
Total Area10.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.6%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants22
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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