Grimsley, TN

Tennessee

Grimsley is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 940. Residents earn $56,458 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
940 Population 86/sq mi density
$56,458 Median Income $18,307 per capita
N/A Home Value $258,493 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,458 median income, 6.8% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,458
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population940
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,458
Per Capita$18,307
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$769M
Commute18 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,493

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Elevation1,729 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+78.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Grimsley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grimsley receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Grimsley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grimsley is $56,458, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Grimsley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Grimsley has a population of 940 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%).

Population

940
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
10.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grimsley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grimsley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grimsley is $56,458, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Grimsley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,458
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,307
Avg Weekly Wage$800
IRS Avg AGI$55,168

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)409
County GDP$769M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare31
Retail58
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,493.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$258,493

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
In Grimsley, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression31.2%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death15,614/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Grimsley has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.8 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,729 ft (527 m)
Area10.9 sq mi (28.2 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates36.2761°N, 84.9969°W
County FIPS47049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.6%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+78.7%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area10.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants20
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Work from Home9.6%

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