Greenbrier, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Greenbrier is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 6,960. Residents earn $82,308 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
6,960 Population 959/sq mi density
$82,308 Median Income $31,923 per capita
$310,400 Home Value $374,328 Zillow
$1,253 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
373 Violent Crime/100K 1,464 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,308 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$310,400 home value, $1,253/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
373 violent crimes/100K (2% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,308
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $310,400
10% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 373/100K
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,253
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,960
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density959/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,308
Per Capita$31,923
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$3,878M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$310,400
Rent$1,253
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,328

Crime

F
Violent373/100K
Property1,464/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault329/100K
Burglary329/100K

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation790 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Greenbrier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenbrier receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Greenbrier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenbrier is $82,308, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenbrier is $310,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,253 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Greenbrier is below the national average at 373 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,464 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenbrier enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Greenbrier has a population of 6,960 with a density of 959 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

6,960
Total Population
959
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenbrier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenbrier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenbrier is $82,308, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Greenbrier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,308
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,923
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$71,420

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,676
County GDP$3,878M

Business (County)

Restaurants126
Healthcare124
Retail198
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,101
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenbrier is $310,400, 10% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,253 (8% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,328.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$310,400
10% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$374,328
Median List Price$349,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,000
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops18.4%
Inventory38

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,253
8% above 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-Occupied81.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,101
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Greenbrier, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death11,572/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.7%
Healthcare Facilities124
Greenbrier has a violent crime rate of 373 per 100,000 residents, 2% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,464 per 100,000 (25% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent373.5/100K
2% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape44.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault328.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,464.0/100K
25% below US avg
Burglary328.7/100K
Theft1,045.7/100K
Vehicle Theft89.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greenbrier has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation790 ft (241 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.8 km²)
Population Density959/sq mi
Coordinates36.4216°N, 86.7902°W
County FIPS47147
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.6%
39% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density959/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants126
Retail Stores198

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home14.0%

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