Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Humboldt is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 7,799. Residents earn $42,873 per year, which is 43% below the national average.
Based on current data, Humboldt receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Humboldt has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Humboldt is $42,873, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Humboldt is $111,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $757 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 965 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 4,719 per 100,000, 141% above the national average.
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Humboldt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 88.8% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 11.2% |
| 16% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,873 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,008 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $942 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,493 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,122 |
| County GDP | $2,017M |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 100 |
| Retail | 182 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,023 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.72% |
| Commute Time | 17.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
| Census Median | $111,300 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $152,470 |
| Median List Price | $210,000 |
| Median List Price | $210,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $99 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.4% |
| Price Drops | 21.9% |
| Inventory | 32 |
| Census Median Rent | $757 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,023 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.72% |
| Obesity | 44.1% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.2% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.7% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 13,993/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 100 |
| Total Violent | 965.3/100K |
| 154% above US avg | |
| Murder | 11.9/100K |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Rape | 59.6/100K |
| Robbery | 83.4/100K |
| Assault | 810.4/100K |
| Total Property | 4,719.3/100K |
| 141% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,013.0/100K |
| Theft | 3,551.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 154.9/100K |
| Arson | 59.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.2 inches |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 388 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 10.4 sq mi (26.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 751/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8274°N, 88.9045°W |
| County FIPS | 47053 |
Winner: Republican by 52 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.9% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 751/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 100 |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Retail Stores | 182 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 17.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |