Gadsden, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Madison County County
Gadsden, TN
At a Glance
How Gadsden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gadsden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gadsden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gadsden residents earn a median household income of $54,250 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,013. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,988 business establishments, including 253 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gadsden is $117,900 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $216,483. Median rent is $769/month, with 18.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Gadsden reports 1,519 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 300% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 253/100K.
Education
7.8% of adults in Gadsden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gadsden 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 totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.