Farragut, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Farragut is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 24,309. Residents earn $142,402 per year, which is 89% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
24,309 Population 1,521/sq mi density
$142,402 Median Income $71,093 per capita
$513,100 Home Value $677,796 Zillow
$1,691 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$142,402 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$513,100 home value, $1,691/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $142,402
89% higher than US avg
Home Value $513,100
82% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.1%
93% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,691
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24,309
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density1,521/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$142,402
Per Capita$71,093
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$3,117M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$513,100
Rent$1,691
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$677,796

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Elevation978 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.1%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute22 min
Libraries5

Is Farragut a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farragut receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Farragut stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farragut is $142,402, which is significantly higher than the national average — 89% above $75,149. This places Farragut among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farragut is $513,100, making it a premium housing market at 82% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,691 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Farragut is a highly educated community — 65.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Farragut enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Farragut has a population of 24,309 with a density of 1,521 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%).

Population

24,309
Total Population
1,521
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
16.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Farragut vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farragut vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farragut is $142,402, which is 89% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Farragut vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$142,402
89% above US avg
Per Capita Income$71,093
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$93,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,455
County GDP$3,117M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare127
Retail160
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,916
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Farragut is $513,100, 82% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,691 (45% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $677,796.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$513,100
82% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$677,796
Median List Price$775,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$775,000
$/Sq Ft$231
Homes Sold27
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops13.2%
Inventory121

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,691
45% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,955

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,916
12% above US avg
Effective Rate0.76%
In Farragut, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 16.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity16.2%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,983/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities127

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Farragut has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.2 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall4.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.4 km²)
Population Density1,521/sq mi
Coordinates35.8762°N, 84.1800°W
County FIPS47105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 65.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.1%
93% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,521/sq mi
Total Area16.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities127
Restaurants96
Retail Stores160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home21.4%

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