Tennessee
Henning is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,259. Residents earn $43,616 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Henning receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Henning has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Henning is $43,616, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Henning is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,066 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 5,650 per 100,000, 188% above the national average.
8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Henning enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,616 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,912 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $937 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,201 |
| Unemployment | 8.1% |
| 125% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 26.9% |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 377 |
| County GDP | $954M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 62 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,969 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.63% |
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
| Census Median | $75,000 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $97,908 |
| Census Median Rent | $688 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,969 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.63% |
| Obesity | 54.8% |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 21.2% |
| Heart Disease | 8.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 50.0% |
| Asthma | 13.7% |
| COPD | 12.1% |
| Stroke | 6.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 10.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 42.5% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 25.0% |
| Physical Distress | 19.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,551/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Total Violent | 1,066.1/100K |
| 181% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 1,066.1/100K |
| Total Property | 5,650.3/100K |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,132.2/100K |
| Theft | 3,304.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 213.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.8 inches |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 322 ft (98 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 510/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6846°N, 89.5743°W |
| County FIPS | 47097 |
Winner: Republican by 37.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.6% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 510/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |