Median Income
$44,514
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$145,800
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.6%
50% higher than US avg
How Friendsville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population379
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans16.8%
Economy
C+
Median Income$44,514
Per Capita$31,075
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$1,790M
Commute40 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$145,800
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,888
Rent Burden28.0%
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation1,523 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute40 min
Broadband78.6%
EV Stations3
Libraries5
Is Friendsville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Friendsville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Friendsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Friendsville is $44,514, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Friendsville is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Friendsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Friendsville has a population of 379 with a density of 379 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.3% Black.
Population
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Friendsville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Friendsville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Friendsville is $44,514, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.
Income: Friendsville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,514 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,075 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,304 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,168 |
| County GDP | $1,790M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,909 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 39.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |
The median home value in Friendsville is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,888.
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,800 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $212,888 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $625 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,909 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.37% |
In Friendsville, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Friendsville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,314/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
Crime Rates: Friendsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Friendsville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,523 ft (464 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 379/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6624°N, 79.4044°W |
| County FIPS | 24023 |