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Gadsden, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Gadsden is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 367. Residents earn $54,250 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
367 Population 328/sq mi density
$54,250 Median Income $32,013 per capita
$117,900 Home Value $201,675 Zillow
$769 Median Rent 18.7% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
858 Violent Crime/100K 1,502 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,250 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,900 home value, $769/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
858 violent crimes/100K (126% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,250
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,900
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 858/100K
126% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,250
Per Capita$32,013
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$8,548M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,900
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,675
Housing Units236
Rent Burden18.7%

Crime

F
Violent858/100K
Property1,502/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault858/100K
Burglary215/100K

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking18.1%
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute32 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries2

Is Gadsden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gadsden receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Gadsden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gadsden is $54,250, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.3% 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 Gadsden is $117,900, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 858 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,502 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gadsden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gadsden has a population of 367 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.1%), with 18.3% Black.

Population

367
Total Population
328
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%
Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gadsden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gadsden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gadsden is $54,250, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Gadsden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,250
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,013
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$67,311

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,988
County GDP$8,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare374
Retail470
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,610
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gadsden is $117,900, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,675.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,900
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,675
Median List Price$429,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$429,900
$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% below US avg
Rent Burden18.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units236
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,610
3% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Gadsden, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 29.3% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death12,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access85.5%
Healthcare Facilities374
Gadsden has a violent crime rate of 858 per 100,000 residents, 126% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,502 per 100,000 (23% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent858.4/100K
126% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault858.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,502.2/100K
23% below US avg
Burglary214.6/100K
Theft1,073.0/100K
Vehicle Theft214.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gadsden has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.2 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density328/sq mi
Coordinates35.7768°N, 88.9861°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47113
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 18.2-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 40.3%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density328/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities374
Restaurants253
Retail Stores470

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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