Choose Country

Hornsby, TN

Tennessee

Hornsby is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 260. Residents earn $46,696 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
260 Population 248/sq mi density
$46,696 Median Income $28,004 per capita
$103,100 Home Value $146,871 Zillow
$767 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$46,696 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $767/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,696
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $767
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population260
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,696
Per Capita$28,004
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$821M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$767
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,871
Housing Units127
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking21.9%
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation383 ft (117 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute41 min
Broadband73.4%
Libraries4

Is Hornsby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hornsby receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Hornsby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hornsby is $46,696, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hornsby is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hornsby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hornsby has a population of 260 with a density of 248 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

260
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hornsby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hornsby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hornsby is $46,696, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Hornsby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,696
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,004
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$43,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$821M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare39
Retail64
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,070
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hornsby is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,871.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,871

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$767
34% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,070
41% below US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Hornsby, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 32.2% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits51.8%
Premature Death15,497/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access16.3%
Healthcare Facilities39
Hornsby has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation383 ft (117 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates35.2287°N, 88.8296°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 73.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density248/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants29
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Bolivar, TN 5,171 pop · 10.6 mi Selmer, TN 4,456 pop · 13.8 mi Henderson, TN 6,349 pop · 17.7 mi Whiteville, TN 4,689 pop · 19.1 mi Adamsville, TN 2,621 pop · 25.5 mi Corinth, MS 14,450 pop · 26.4 mi Crump, TN 1,240 pop · 28.2 mi Jackson, TN 68,098 pop · 29.4 mi Farmington, MS 2,044 pop · 30.3 mi Somerville, TN 3,439 pop · 30.8 mi Savannah, TN 7,219 pop · 33.6 mi Brownsville, TN 9,634 pop · 34.7 mi Ripley, MS 5,415 pop · 34.9 mi Olivet, TN 1,609 pop · 35.9 mi
Compare Hornsby with another city: