Dyer, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Weakley County County
Dyer, TN
At a Glance
How Dyer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dyer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dyer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dyer residents earn a median household income of $50,962 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,585. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 674 business establishments, including 65 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dyer is $117,600 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $159,261. Median rent is $810/month, with 23.9% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Dyer reports 387 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 645/100K.
Education
15.5% of adults in Dyer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dyer has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches.