Harriman, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Harriman is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 6,021. Residents earn $42,183 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,021 Population 573/sq mi density
$42,183 Median Income $25,453 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $234,507 Zillow
$737 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
642 Violent Crime/100K 4,235 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$42,183 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $737/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
642 violent crimes/100K (69% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,183
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 642/100K
69% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $737
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,021
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density573/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,183
Per Capita$25,453
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$3,536M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$737
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,507

Crime

F
Violent642/100K
Property4,235/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault497/100K
Burglary1,043/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Elevation779 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+84.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
EV Stations6
Libraries4

Is Harriman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harriman receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Harriman has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harriman is $42,183, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harriman is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 642 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 4,235 per 100,000, 116% above the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Harriman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Harriman has a population of 6,021 with a density of 573 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 8.7% Black.

Population

6,021
Total Population
573
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
10.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Harriman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harriman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harriman is $42,183, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Harriman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,183
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,453
Avg Weekly Wage$1,590
IRS Avg AGI$73,181

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$3,536M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare96
Retail139
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,692
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Harriman is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $737 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,507.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,507
Median List Price$259,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,900
$/Sq Ft$177
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops27.9%
Inventory43

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$737
37% 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-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,692
5% above US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Harriman, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.3% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD10.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression33.3%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death13,431/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access69.7%
Healthcare Facilities96
Harriman has a violent crime rate of 642 per 100,000 residents, 69% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,235 per 100,000 (116% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent641.6/100K
69% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape80.2/100K
Robbery64.2/100K
Assault497.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,234.8/100K
116% above US avg
Burglary1,042.7/100K
Theft2,855.3/100K
Vehicle Theft336.9/100K
Arson16.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Harriman has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation779 ft (237 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates35.9304°N, 84.5626°W
County FIPS47145
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density573/sq mi
Total Area10.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants71
Retail Stores139

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home3.6%

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