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Garland, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Garland is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 472. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
472 Population 874/sq mi density
$74,375 Median Income $29,817 per capita
$214,400 Home Value $206,747 Zillow
$846 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$74,375 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,400 home value, $846/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,375
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,400
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $846
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population472
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density874/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,375
Per Capita$29,817
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$1,763M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,400
Rent$846
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,747
Housing Units138
Rent Burden19.5%

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking21.3%
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute34 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries2

Is Garland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garland receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Garland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garland is $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garland is $214,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Garland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Garland has a population of 472 with a density of 874 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 2.1% Black.

Population

472
Total Population
874
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Garland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garland is $74,375, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Garland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,375
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,817
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$65,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)962
County GDP$1,763M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare78
Retail145
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Garland is $214,400, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $846 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,747.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,400
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,747

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$846
27% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
In Garland, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 21.3% are current smokers. 32.6% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.3%
52% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death12,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access58.7%
Healthcare Facilities78
Garland has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.8 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density874/sq mi
Coordinates35.5878°N, 89.7531°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47167
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.8-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density874/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants83
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home1.4%

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