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Iron City, TN

Tennessee

Iron City is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 226. Residents earn $17,500 per year, which is 77% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
226 Population 328/sq mi density
$17,500 Median Income $17,349 per capita
$54,700 Home Value $193,001 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$17,500 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$54,700 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $17,500
77% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,700
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 48.8%
294% higher than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

F
Median Income$17,500
Per Capita$17,349
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty48.8%
County GDP$1,585M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,001
Housing Units106
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured15.2%
Smoking25.1%
Depression34.0%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation662 ft (202 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+82.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute18 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries2

Is Iron City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iron City receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Iron City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Iron City is $17,500, 77% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 48.8% 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Iron City is $54,700, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Iron City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Iron City has a population of 226 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73%), with 25.2% Hispanic.

Population

226
Total Population
328
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Iron City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Iron City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iron City is $17,500, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 48.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Iron City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$17,500
77% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,349
Avg Weekly Wage$880
IRS Avg AGI$56,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate48.8%
294% above US avg
Establishments (County)931
County GDP$1,585M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare87
Retail175
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Cost of Living91.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone31.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home55.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Iron City is $54,700, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,001.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,700
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,001

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$98
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate5.12%
In Iron City, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.2% of residents lack health insurance. 25.1% are current smokers. 34.0% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Iron City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma11.8%
COPD11.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.1%
79% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression34.0%
Mental Distress23.9%
Physical Distress18.3%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured15.2%
77% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,637
Dentists1:5,046
Mental Health1:1,048
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death12,411/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities87
Iron City has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation662 ft (202 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density328/sq mi
Coordinates35.0226°N, 87.5855°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+82.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density328/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants65
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone31.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home55.2%

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