Erwin, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Unicoi County County
Erwin, TN
At a Glance
How Erwin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Erwin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Erwin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Erwin residents earn a median household income of $45,422 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,950. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 338 business establishments, including 32 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Erwin is $165,100 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,434. Median rent is $602/month, with 34.0% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Erwin reports 201 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,123/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Erwin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Erwin has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches.