Henry, TN

Tennessee

Henry is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 588. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
588 Population 456/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $19,326 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $200,707 Zillow
$583 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
647 Violent Crime/100K 2,155 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $583/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
647 violent crimes/100K (70% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 647/100K
70% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $583
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population588
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density456/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$19,326
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$1,723M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$583
Ownership59.6%
Zillow$200,707
Rent Burden40.0%

Crime

F
Violent647/100K
Property2,155/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault647/100K
Burglary1,078/100K

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Elevation539 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+84.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband88.3%
Libraries1

Is Henry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henry receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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, below-average incomes. Henry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henry is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henry is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 647 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 2,155 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Henry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Henry has a population of 588 with a density of 456 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.6%), with 19.6% Black.

Population

588
Total Population
456
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Henry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henry is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Henry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,326
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$62,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)834
County GDP$1,723M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare81
Retail133
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,804
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Henry is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $583 (50% below US avg). 59.6% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,707.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,707

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$583
50% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$723
2 Bedrooms$949
3 Bedrooms$1,138
4 Bedrooms$1,322

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.6%
Owner-Occupied59.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,804
20% below US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Henry, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes16.3%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD11.4%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death12,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities81
Henry has a violent crime rate of 647 per 100,000 residents, 70% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,155 per 100,000 (10% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent646.6/100K
70% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault646.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,155.2/100K
10% above US avg
Burglary1,077.6/100K
Theft1,077.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Henry has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation539 ft (164 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density456/sq mi
Coordinates36.2011°N, 88.4114°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.3-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+84.4%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density456/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants61
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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