Gordonsville, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Gordonsville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,385. Residents earn $64,432 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,385 Population 195/sq mi density
$64,432 Median Income $33,984 per capita
$238,800 Home Value $312,221 Zillow
$871 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
418 Violent Crime/100K 1,254 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,432 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$238,800 home value, $871/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
418 violent crimes/100K (10% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,432
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $238,800
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 418/100K
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $871
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,385
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density195/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,432
Per Capita$33,984
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$843M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,800
Rent$871
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,221

Crime

F
Violent418/100K
Property1,254/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault167/100K
Burglary251/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation591 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Gordonsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordonsville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Gordonsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordonsville is $64,432, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 2.6% 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 Gordonsville is $238,800, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $871 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 418 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,254 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordonsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gordonsville has a population of 1,385 with a density of 195 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

1,385
Total Population
195
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordonsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gordonsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordonsville is $64,432, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Gordonsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,432
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,984
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$66,092

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)418
County GDP$843M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare30
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,324
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordonsville is $238,800, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $871 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,221.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,800
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,221

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$217
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops18.8%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$871
25% 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-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,324
5% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Gordonsville, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression31.3%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death12,786/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access34.1%
Healthcare Facilities30
Gordonsville has a violent crime rate of 418 per 100,000 residents, 10% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,254 per 100,000 (36% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent418.1/100K
10% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape83.6/100K
Robbery167.2/100K
Assault167.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,254.2/100K
36% below US avg
Burglary250.8/100K
Theft919.7/100K
Vehicle Theft83.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gordonsville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.4 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates36.1861°N, 85.9315°W
County FIPS47159
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density195/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants28
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home7.1%

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