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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,183 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,590 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,181 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,053 |
| County GDP | $3,536M |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Healthcare | 96 |
| Retail | 139 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,692 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.27% |
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
| Census Median | $162,500 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $234,507 |
| Median List Price | $259,900 |
| Median List Price | $259,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $177 |
| Homes Sold | 11 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.2% |
| Price Drops | 27.9% |
| Inventory | 43 |
| Census Median Rent | $737 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,692 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.27% |
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 10.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.5% |
| Depression | 33.3% |
| Mental Distress | 23.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,431/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 96 |
| Total Violent | 641.6/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 80.2/100K |
| Robbery | 64.2/100K |
| Assault | 497.3/100K |
| Total Property | 4,234.8/100K |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,042.7/100K |
| Theft | 2,855.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 336.9/100K |
| Arson | 16.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 58.8 inches |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 779 ft (237 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 573/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9304°N, 84.5626°W |
| County FIPS | 47145 |
Winner: Republican by 54.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.5% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 573/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 96 |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Retail Stores | 139 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |