Greenfield, TN

Tennessee

Greenfield is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,085. Residents earn $41,798 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,085 Population 599/sq mi density
$41,798 Median Income $21,236 per capita
$88,400 Home Value $148,656 Zillow
$718 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
141 Violent Crime/100K 1,224 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$41,798 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,400 home value, $718/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
141 violent crimes/100K (63% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,798
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,400
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 141/100K
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,085
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density599/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,798
Per Capita$21,236
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,400
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,656

Crime

F
Violent141/100K
Property1,224/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault94/100K
Burglary282/100K

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation403 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Greenfield a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenfield is $41,798, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenfield is $88,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 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

Greenfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 141 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,224 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Greenfield has a population of 2,085 with a density of 599 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

2,085
Total Population
599
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenfield is $41,798, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Greenfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,798
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,236
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$58,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)674
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare68
Retail105
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,121
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenfield is $88,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,656.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,656

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% 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-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,121
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Greenfield, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.5% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression31.5%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death11,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access25.3%
Healthcare Facilities68
Greenfield has a violent crime rate of 141 per 100,000 residents, 63% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,224 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent141.2/100K
63% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape47.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault94.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,223.5/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary282.4/100K
Theft800.0/100K
Vehicle Theft141.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greenfield has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation403 ft (123 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density599/sq mi
Coordinates36.1651°N, 88.8073°W
County FIPS47183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density599/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants65
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home3.8%

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