Henning, TN

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.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,259 Population 510/sq mi density
$43,616 Median Income $20,912 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $97,908 Zillow
$688 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
1,066 Violent Crime/100K 5,650 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$43,616 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $688/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,066 violent crimes/100K (181% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,616
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,066/100K
181% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 54.8%
71% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.9%
117% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,259
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density510/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,616
Per Capita$20,912
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty26.9%
County GDP$954M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,908

Crime

F
Violent1,066/100K
Property5,650/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,066/100K
Burglary2,132/100K

Health

Obesity54.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Elevation322 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+75.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Henning a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Henning has a population of 1,259 with a density of 510 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (83.2%), with 10.1% White, 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,259
Total Population
510
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Henning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henning is $43,616, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Henning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,616
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,912
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$51,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.9%
117% above US avg
Establishments (County)377
County GDP$954M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare32
Retail62
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,969
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Henning is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,908.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,908

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% 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-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,969
44% below US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Henning, 54.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 42.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity54.8%
71% above US avg
Diabetes21.2%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure50.0%
Asthma13.7%
COPD12.1%
Stroke6.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.7%
Physical Inactivity42.5%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress25.0%
Physical Distress19.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death14,551/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities32
Henning has a violent crime rate of 1,066 per 100,000 residents, 181% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,650 per 100,000 (188% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,066.1/100K
181% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault1,066.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,650.3/100K
188% above US avg
Burglary2,132.2/100K
Theft3,304.9/100K
Vehicle Theft213.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Henning has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.8 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density510/sq mi
Coordinates35.6846°N, 89.5743°W
County FIPS47097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+75.1%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density510/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants25
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home4.1%

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