Friendship, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Friendship is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 671. Residents earn $35,000 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
671 Population 508/sq mi density
$35,000 Median Income $19,981 per capita
$105,400 Home Value $181,555 Zillow
$663 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
446 Violent Crime/100K 1,189 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$35,000 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,400 home value, $663/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
446 violent crimes/100K (17% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,000
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,400
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 446/100K
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.9%
133% higher than US avg

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

People

Population671
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,000
Per Capita$19,981
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty28.9%
County GDP$761M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,400
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,555

Crime

F
Violent446/100K
Property1,189/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault446/100K
Burglary297/100K

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation371 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+77.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Friendship a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Friendship receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Friendship has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Friendship is $35,000, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 28.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Friendship is $105,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 446 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,189 per 100,000, 39% below the national average.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Friendship enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Friendship has a population of 671 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.1%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 7.9% Black.

Population

671
Total Population
508
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Friendship vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Friendship vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Friendship is $35,000, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Friendship vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,000
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,981
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$58,520

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.9%
133% above US avg
Establishments (County)301
County GDP$761M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare20
Retail44
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,180
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Friendship is $105,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,555.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,555
Median List Price$207,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$207,450
$/Sq Ft$102
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio106.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% 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-Occupied57.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,180
38% below US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Friendship, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death12,899/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access18.0%
Healthcare Facilities20
Friendship has a violent crime rate of 446 per 100,000 residents, 17% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,189 per 100,000 (39% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent445.8/100K
17% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault445.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,188.7/100K
39% below US avg
Burglary297.2/100K
Theft891.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Friendship has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density508/sq mi
Coordinates35.9084°N, 89.2414°W
County FIPS47033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 58.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+77.9%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density508/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants19
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home3.5%

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