Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Elizabethton is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 14,364. Residents earn $44,834 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, Elizabethton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Elizabethton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Elizabethton is $44,834, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Elizabethton is $159,700, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $751 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 410 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,802 per 100,000, 196% above the national average.
25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Elizabethton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,834 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,915 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,024 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 880 |
| County GDP | $1,556M |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 84 |
| Retail | 141 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,250 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.04% |
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |
| Census Median | $159,700 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $224,793 |
| Median List Price | $239,450 |
| Median List Price | $239,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $191 |
| Homes Sold | 15 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.3% |
| Price Drops | 32.1% |
| Inventory | 56 |
| Census Median Rent | $751 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,025 |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,250 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.04% |
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 33.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 84 |
| Total Violent | 410.4/100K |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 55.7/100K |
| Robbery | 27.8/100K |
| Assault | 327.0/100K |
| Total Property | 5,801.7/100K |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 647.0/100K |
| Theft | 5,057.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 97.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.0 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,677 ft (511 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (24.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,504/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3396°N, 82.2378°W |
| County FIPS | 47019 |
Winner: Republican by 63.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.2% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,504/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 84 |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Retail Stores | 141 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 21.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |