Farner, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Farner is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 204. Residents earn $24,871 per year, which is 67% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
204 Population 140/sq mi density
$24,871 Median Income $19,853 per capita
$103,600 Home Value $159,167 Zillow
59°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,871 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$103,600 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,871
67% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.0%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.3%
322% higher than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,871
Per Capita$19,853
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty52.3%
County GDP$483M
Commute36 min

Housing

A
Home Value$103,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,167

Health

Obesity47.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Elevation1,598 ft (487 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+73.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute36 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries2

Is Farner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farner receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Farner has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farner is $24,871, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 52.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farner is $103,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Farner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Farner has a population of 204 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

204
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Farner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farner is $24,871, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Farner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,871
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,853
Avg Weekly Wage$807
IRS Avg AGI$57,595

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate52.3%
322% above US avg
Establishments (County)340
County GDP$483M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare24
Retail46
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,925
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Farner is $103,600, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,167.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,600
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,167

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,925
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Farner, 47.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.0%
46% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma12.2%
COPD12.6%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression33.9%
Mental Distress24.8%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death14,384/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities24
Farner has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.3 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,598 ft (487 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates35.1544°N, 84.3190°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.1-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%
D 15.5%

Winner: Republican by 68.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+73.4%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants27
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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