Jacksboro, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Jacksboro is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,780. Residents earn $65,587 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,780 Population 1,078/sq mi density
$65,587 Median Income $29,982 per capita
$204,000 Home Value $281,074 Zillow
$704 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
806 Violent Crime/100K 10,826 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,587 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$204,000 home value, $704/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
806 violent crimes/100K (112% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,587
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,000
28% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 806/100K
112% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $704
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,780
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density1,078/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,587
Per Capita$29,982
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,449M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,000
Rent$704
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,074

Crime

F
Violent806/100K
Property10,826/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault755/100K
Burglary352/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Elevation1,086 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Jacksboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksboro receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Jacksboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksboro is $65,587, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacksboro is $204,000, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 806 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 10,826 per 100,000, 452% above the national average.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacksboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Jacksboro has a population of 2,780 with a density of 1,078 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

2,780
Total Population
1,078
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jacksboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksboro is $65,587, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Jacksboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,587
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,982
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$58,604

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)748
County GDP$1,449M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare62
Retail118
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,081
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacksboro is $204,000, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,074.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,000
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,074
Median List Price$360,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$360,000
$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,081
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Jacksboro, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death18,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities62
Jacksboro has a violent crime rate of 806 per 100,000 residents, 112% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 10,826 per 100,000 (452% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent805.6/100K
112% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery50.4/100K
Assault755.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property10,825.8/100K
452% above US avg
Burglary352.5/100K
Theft10,423.0/100K
Vehicle Theft50.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jacksboro has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density1,078/sq mi
Coordinates36.3352°N, 84.1927°W
County FIPS47013
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.5%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,078/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants64
Retail Stores118

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home10.6%

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