Grand Junction, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Grand Junction is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 560. Residents earn $74,583 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
560 Population 471/sq mi density
$74,583 Median Income $32,510 per capita
$154,000 Home Value $147,553 Zillow
$839 Median Rent 13.7% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
658 Violent Crime/100K 3,947 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$74,583 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,000 home value, $839/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
658 violent crimes/100K (73% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,583
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,000
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 658/100K
73% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density471/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans14.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$74,583
Per Capita$32,510
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$2,044M
Commute59 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,000
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,553
Rent Burden13.7%

Crime

F
Violent658/100K
Property3,947/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault658/100K
Burglary658/100K

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Elevation568 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute59 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries1

Is Grand Junction a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Junction receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Grand Junction has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Junction is $74,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 59 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Junction is $154,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 658 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 3,947 per 100,000, 101% above the national average.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Grand Junction enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Grand Junction has a population of 560 with a density of 471 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (66.4%), with 31.8% White.

Population

560
Total Population
471
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Junction vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grand Junction vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Junction is $74,583, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 59 minutes.

Income: Grand Junction vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,583
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,510
Avg Weekly Wage$1,098
IRS Avg AGI$90,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)823
County GDP$2,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare45
Retail102
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time59.4 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Junction is $154,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,553.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,553

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% below US avg
Rent Burden13.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
In Grand Junction, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grand Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure40.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death11,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access36.1%
Healthcare Facilities45
Grand Junction has a violent crime rate of 658 per 100,000 residents, 73% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,947 per 100,000 (101% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent657.9/100K
73% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault657.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,947.4/100K
101% above US avg
Burglary657.9/100K
Theft2,960.5/100K
Vehicle Theft329.0/100K
Arson329.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Grand Junction has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density471/sq mi
Coordinates35.0500°N, 89.1889°W
County FIPS47047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density471/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants38
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute59.4 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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