Friendsville, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Friendsville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,056. Residents earn $67,292 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,056 Population 372/sq mi density
$67,292 Median Income $27,396 per capita
$189,800 Home Value $426,579 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,292 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,800 home value, $1,094/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,292
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,800
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,056
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density372/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,292
Per Capita$27,396
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$3,117M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,800
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$426,579

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Elevation841 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+83.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Friendsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Friendsville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $67,292, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Friendsville is $189,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Friendsville 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.

Friendsville has a population of 1,056 with a density of 372 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

1,056
Total Population
372
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Friendsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Friendsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Friendsville is $67,292, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Friendsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,292
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,396
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$93,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% 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 Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Friendsville is $189,800, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $426,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,800
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$426,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% 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-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,916
12% above US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Friendsville, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death10,983/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Friendsville 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

Elevation841 ft (256 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density372/sq mi
Coordinates35.7564°N, 84.1320°W
County FIPS47105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below 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+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density372/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities127
Restaurants96
Retail Stores160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home7.6%

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