Median Income $63,669

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $81,400

71% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 245/100K

36% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.9%

26% lower than US avg

Median Rent $729

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.4%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.7%

81% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.2%

58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population498

Median Age38.6 yrs

Density474/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans9.7%

Economy

Median Income$63,669

Per Capita$27,706

Unemployment0.7%

Poverty5.2%

County GDP$1,688M

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$81,400

Rent$729

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units219

Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

Violent245/100K

Property1,467/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault245/100K

Burglary245/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%

Uninsured14.7%

Smoking24.0%

Depression33.4%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain53.2 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.9%

High School+92.2%

Graduate+1.7%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute27 min

Broadband90.7%

Libraries1

Is Hornbeak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hornbeak receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Hornbeak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hornbeak is $63,669, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hornbeak is $81,400, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hornbeak is below the national average at 245 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,467 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hornbeak enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hornbeak has a population of 498 with a density of 474 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

498

Total Population

474

People / sq mi

38.6yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%

Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hornbeak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.8%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.2%
	91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hornbeak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hornbeak is $63,669, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Hornbeak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,669
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,706
Avg Weekly Wage	$922
IRS Avg AGI	$59,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.7%
	81% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.2%
	58% below US avg
Establishments (County)	751
County GDP	$1,688M

Business (County)

Restaurants	59
Healthcare	68
Retail	121
Manufacturing	35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,654
	24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.0 min
Drive Alone	78.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hornbeak is $81,400, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$81,400
	71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$91
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	102.2%
Price Drops	100.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$729
	37% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	87.0%
Housing Units	219
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,654
	24% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.26%

In Hornbeak, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% of residents lack health insurance. 24.0% are current smokers. 33.4% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.4%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	12.8%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	37.1%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	10.4%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	24.0%
	71% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.6%
Physical Inactivity	31.3%
Depression	33.4%
Mental Distress	23.4%
Physical Distress	17.4%
Short Sleep	41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.6%
Uninsured	14.7%
	71% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.0%
Dental Visits	51.1%
Premature Death	12,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.4/10
Exercise Access	40.1%
Healthcare Facilities	68

Hornbeak has a violent crime rate of 245 per 100,000 residents, 36% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,467 per 100,000 (25% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	244.5/100K
	36% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	244.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,467.0/100K
	25% below US avg
Burglary	244.5/100K
Theft	978.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	244.5/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Hornbeak has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	57.8°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	35°F (2°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	53.2 inches
	40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	463 ft (141 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	474/sq mi
Coordinates	36.3351°N, 89.2983°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47131

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.1%

D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.9%
	26% below US avg
High School+	92.2%
Graduate Degree+	1.7%
School Test Score	5.08

C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	474/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.7%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	68
Restaurants	59
Retail Stores	121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.0 min
Drive Alone	78.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.4%

Hornbeak, TN

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

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Is Hornbeak a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hornbeak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hornbeak vs U.S. Average

Income: Hornbeak vs U.S.

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

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

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Air Quality

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

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