Ethridge, TN

Tennessee

Ethridge is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 671. Residents earn $54,911 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
671 Population 583/sq mi density
$54,911 Median Income $19,638 per capita
$190,000 Home Value $268,786 Zillow
$939 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
649 Violent Crime/100K 2,814 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,911 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $939/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
649 violent crimes/100K (71% above avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,911
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 649/100K
71% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $939
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population671
Median Age23.9 yrs
Density583/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,911
Per Capita$19,638
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,585M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$939
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,786

Crime

F
Violent649/100K
Property2,814/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault649/100K
Burglary649/100K

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation979 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+83.2%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute39 min
Libraries2

Is Ethridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ethridge receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, long commute times. Ethridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ethridge is $54,911, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ethridge is $190,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $939 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 649 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,814 per 100,000, 44% above the national average.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ethridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ethridge has a population of 671 with a density of 583 people per square mile. The median age is 23.9 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

671
Total Population
583
People / sq mi
23.9yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ethridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ethridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ethridge is $54,911, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Ethridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,911
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,638
Avg Weekly Wage$880
IRS Avg AGI$56,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)931
County GDP$1,585M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare87
Retail175
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ethridge is $190,000, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $939 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,786.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,786

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$939
19% 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-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Ethridge, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.9% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma12.3%
COPD11.5%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression34.9%
Mental Distress24.2%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death12,411/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities87
Ethridge has a violent crime rate of 649 per 100,000 residents, 71% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,814 per 100,000 (44% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent649.4/100K
71% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault649.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,813.9/100K
44% above US avg
Burglary649.4/100K
Theft2,164.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ethridge has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation979 ft (298 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density583/sq mi
Coordinates35.3218°N, 87.3013°W
County FIPS47099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+83.2%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density583/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants65
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Work from Home12.3%

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