Hickory Valley, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Hickory Valley is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 134. Residents earn $31,000 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
134 Population 419/sq mi density
$31,000 Median Income $22,793 per capita
$105,400 Home Value $189,504 Zillow
$628 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$31,000 median income, 12.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$105,400 home value, $628/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,000
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $628
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.7%
253% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population134
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density419/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans19.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,000
Per Capita$22,793
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$2,044M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,400
Rent$628
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,504
Housing Units93

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking20.3%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation554 ft (169 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries1

Is Hickory Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hickory Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Hickory Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hickory Valley is $31,000, 59% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hickory Valley is $105,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hickory Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hickory Valley has a population of 134 with a density of 419 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 11.2% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

134
Total Population
419
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hickory Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hickory Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hickory Valley is $31,000, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hickory Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,000
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,793
Avg Weekly Wage$1,098
IRS Avg AGI$90,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.7%
253% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)823
County GDP$2,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare45
Retail102
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hickory Valley is $105,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,504.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,504

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% 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-Occupied71.4%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Hickory Valley, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.3% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hickory Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.7%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.3%
45% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.5%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits48.0%
Premature Death11,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access36.1%
Healthcare Facilities45
Hickory Valley has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation554 ft (169 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density419/sq mi
Coordinates35.1549°N, 89.1260°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density419/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants38
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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