Finger, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Finger is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 600. Residents earn $55,556 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
600 Population 382/sq mi density
$55,556 Median Income $20,997 per capita
$92,800 Home Value $158,625 Zillow
$655 Median Rent 13.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,556 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,800 home value, $655/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,556
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,800
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $655
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population600
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density382/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,556
Per Capita$20,997
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$524M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,800
Rent$655
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,625
Rent Burden13.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation505 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+82.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute32 min
Broadband95.8%
Libraries1

Is Finger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Finger receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Finger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Finger is $55,556, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Finger is $92,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $655 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Finger enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Finger has a population of 600 with a density of 382 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

600
Total Population
382
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Finger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Finger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Finger is $55,556, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Finger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,556
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,997
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$57,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$524M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare27
Retail50
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Finger is $92,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $655 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,625.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,625

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$655
44% below US avg
Rent Burden13.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Finger, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.1%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death11,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Finger has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density382/sq mi
Coordinates35.3570°N, 88.6170°W
County FIPS47023
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+82.3%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density382/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants28
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

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