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Gibson, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Gibson is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 536. Residents earn $52,656 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
536 Population 879/sq mi density
$52,656 Median Income $21,301 per capita
$155,800 Home Value
$929 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
526 Violent Crime/100K 2,895 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,656 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,800 home value, $929/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
526 violent crimes/100K (39% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,656
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,800
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 526/100K
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population536
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density879/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,656
Per Capita$21,301
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$2,017M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,800
Rent$929
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units179
Rent Burden23.2%

Crime

F
Violent526/100K
Property2,895/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault526/100K
Burglary1,053/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking22.6%
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.61

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband95.9%
Libraries3

Is Gibson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gibson receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Gibson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gibson is $52,656, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gibson is $155,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 526 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,895 per 100,000, 48% above the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gibson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°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 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gibson has a population of 536 with a density of 879 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 3.5% Black.

Population

536
Total Population
879
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Gibson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gibson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gibson is $52,656, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Gibson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,656
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,301
Avg Weekly Wage$942
IRS Avg AGI$59,493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,122
County GDP$2,017M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare100
Retail182
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,023
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gibson is $155,800, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,800
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$645
1 Bedroom$706
2 Bedrooms$927
3 Bedrooms$1,289
4 Bedrooms$1,555

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied45.6%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,023
14% below US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Gibson, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 22.6% are current smokers. 32.7% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.6%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression32.7%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits55.5%
Premature Death13,993/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities100
Gibson has a violent crime rate of 526 per 100,000 residents, 39% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,895 per 100,000 (48% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent526.3/100K
39% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault526.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,894.7/100K
48% above US avg
Burglary1,052.6/100K
Theft1,842.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gibson has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 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 Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density879/sq mi
Coordinates35.8743°N, 88.8439°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52-point margin. 95.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.61
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density879/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants81
Retail Stores182

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

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