Guys, TN

Tennessee

Guys is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 352. Residents earn $47,083 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
352 Population 31/sq mi density
$47,083 Median Income $33,841 per capita
$116,500 Home Value $173,493 Zillow
$820 Median Rent 22.7% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,083 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,500 home value, $820/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,083
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population352
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,083
Per Capita$33,841
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$787M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,500
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,493
Housing Units213
Rent Burden22.7%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking20.2%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation483 ft (147 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute25 min
Broadband84.6%
Libraries2

Is Guys a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guys receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Guys offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guys is $47,083, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guys is $116,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Guys enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Guys has a population of 352 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.4%), with 27% Black.

Population

352
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.6%
Female 63.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Guys vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guys vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guys is $47,083, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Guys vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,083
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,841
Avg Weekly Wage$861
IRS Avg AGI$53,973

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)544
County GDP$787M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare45
Retail87
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Guys is $116,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,493.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,500
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,493

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units213
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Guys, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.1% of residents lack health insurance. 20.2% are current smokers. 29.2% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep42.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits50.4%
Premature Death14,361/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access45.0%
Healthcare Facilities45
Guys has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.1 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation483 ft (147 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.5 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates35.0152°N, 88.5349°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 84.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants36
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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