Dyersburg, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Dyer County County
Dyersburg, TN
At a Glance
How Dyersburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dyersburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dyersburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dyersburg residents earn a median household income of $51,846 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,066. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 908 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dyersburg is $170,900 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $168,473. Median rent is $759/month, with 32.7% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Dyersburg reports 1,012 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 166% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,775/100K.
Education
23.0% of adults in Dyersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dyersburg has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.