Hollow Rock, TN

Tennessee

Hollow Rock is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 701. Residents earn $41,125 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
701 Population 415/sq mi density
$41,125 Median Income $25,474 per capita
$95,600 Home Value $144,830 Zillow
$520 Median Rent 17.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
282 Violent Crime/100K 1,271 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$41,125 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,600 home value, $520/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
282 violent crimes/100K (26% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,125
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,600
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 282/100K
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $520
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population701
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density415/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,125
Per Capita$25,474
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$587M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,600
Rent$520
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,830
Rent Burden17.8%

Crime

F
Violent282/100K
Property1,271/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault282/100K
Burglary565/100K

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Elevation424 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute22 min
Libraries2

Is Hollow Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hollow Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hollow Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hollow Rock is $41,125, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hollow Rock is $95,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $520 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hollow Rock is below the national average at 282 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,271 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hollow Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hollow Rock has a population of 701 with a density of 415 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

701
Total Population
415
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hollow Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hollow Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hollow Rock is $41,125, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hollow Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,125
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,474
Avg Weekly Wage$880
IRS Avg AGI$53,785

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)381
County GDP$587M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare33
Retail56
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,350
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hollow Rock is $95,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $520 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,830.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,600
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,830

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$520
55% below US avg
Rent Burden17.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,350
33% below US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Hollow Rock, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hollow Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.1%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death14,781/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities33
Hollow Rock has a violent crime rate of 282 per 100,000 residents, 26% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,271 per 100,000 (35% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent282.5/100K
26% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault282.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,271.2/100K
35% below US avg
Burglary565.0/100K
Theft423.7/100K
Vehicle Theft282.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hollow Rock has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation424 ft (129 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density415/sq mi
Coordinates36.0353°N, 88.2692°W
County FIPS47005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density415/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants28
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home2.3%

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