Kingston Springs, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Kingston Springs is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,799. Residents earn $95,050 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,799 Population 279/sq mi density
$95,050 Median Income $46,463 per capita
$359,300 Home Value $464,682 Zillow
$984 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,050 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$359,300 home value, $984/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,050
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $359,300
27% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.3%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $984
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,799
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density279/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,050
Per Capita$46,463
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$1,921M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$359,300
Rent$984
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$464,682

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property396/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation524 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.3%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Libraries2

Is Kingston Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingston Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Kingston Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingston Springs is $95,050, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingston Springs is $359,300, 27% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $984 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

Kingston Springs is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 396 per 100,000, 80% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingston Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kingston Springs has a population of 2,799 with a density of 279 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

2,799
Total Population
279
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
10.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingston Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingston Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingston Springs is $95,050, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Kingston Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,050
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,463
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$74,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)995
County GDP$1,921M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare58
Retail90
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingston Springs is $359,300, 27% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $984 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $464,682.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$359,300
27% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$464,682
Median List Price$575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$575,000
$/Sq Ft$289
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$984
15% 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-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Rate0.94%
In Kingston Springs, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kingston Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death12,437/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities58
Kingston Springs has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 396 per 100,000 (80% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property396.3/100K
80% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft396.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Kingston Springs has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation524 ft (160 m)
Area10.1 sq mi (26.0 km²)
Population Density279/sq mi
Coordinates36.0819°N, 87.1090°W
County FIPS47021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.3%
17% above US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density279/sq mi
Total Area10.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants59
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Work from Home21.4%

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