Erin, TN

Tennessee

Erin is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,212. Residents earn $34,500 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,212 Population 311/sq mi density
$34,500 Median Income $26,230 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $211,109 Zillow
$527 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
532 Violent Crime/100K 1,976 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$34,500 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $527/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
532 violent crimes/100K (40% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,500
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 532/100K
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $527
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,212
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density311/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$34,500
Per Capita$26,230
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$214M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$137,500
Rent$527
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,109

Crime

F
Violent532/100K
Property1,976/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault532/100K
Burglary304/100K

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Elevation472 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+81.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Erin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erin receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Erin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Erin is $34,500, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Erin is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $527 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 532 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,976 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Erin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Erin has a population of 1,212 with a density of 311 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 10.1% Black.

Population

1,212
Total Population
311
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Erin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Erin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erin is $34,500, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Erin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,500
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,230
Avg Weekly Wage$839
IRS Avg AGI$55,834

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$214M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare13
Retail20
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,371
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Erin is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $527 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,109.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,109

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$527
55% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,371
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Erin, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.3% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression32.3%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death14,336/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities13
Erin has a violent crime rate of 532 per 100,000 residents, 40% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,976 per 100,000 (1% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent531.9/100K
40% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault531.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,975.7/100K
1% above US avg
Burglary304.0/100K
Theft1,595.7/100K
Vehicle Theft76.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Erin has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density311/sq mi
Coordinates36.3163°N, 87.7008°W
County FIPS47083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density311/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants19
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Work from Home0.6%

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