Kimball, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Kimball is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,701. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,701 Population 320/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $30,386 per capita
$215,900 Home Value $275,983 Zillow
$681 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
500 Violent Crime/100K 6,643 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$215,900 home value, $681/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
500 violent crimes/100K (32% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,900
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 500/100K
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $681
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,701
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$30,386
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$1,192M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,900
Rent$681
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,983

Crime

F
Violent500/100K
Property6,643/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault357/100K
Burglary214/100K

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Elevation666 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
EV Stations3
Libraries4

Is Kimball a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kimball receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kimball offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kimball is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kimball is $215,900, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 500 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,643 per 100,000, 239% above the national average.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kimball 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 67.0 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kimball has a population of 1,701 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

1,701
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kimball vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kimball vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kimball is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Kimball vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,386
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$67,226

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,192M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare46
Retail104
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,759
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kimball is $215,900, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $681 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,983.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,900
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,983

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$681
41% 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-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,759
7% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Kimball, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death13,069/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access71.0%
Healthcare Facilities46
Kimball has a violent crime rate of 500 per 100,000 residents, 32% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,643 per 100,000 (239% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent500.0/100K
32% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape142.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault357.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,642.9/100K
239% above US avg
Burglary214.3/100K
Theft6,142.9/100K
Vehicle Theft285.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Kimball 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 67.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.0 inches
76% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates35.0469°N, 85.6740°W
County FIPS47115
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants62
Retail Stores104

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home7.8%

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