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La Grange, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

La Grange is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 52. Residents earn $48,333 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
52 Population 26/sq mi density
$48,333 Median Income $34,987 per capita
$366,700 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$48,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$366,700 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,333
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $366,700
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.3%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population52
Median Age68.5 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,333
Per Capita$34,987
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$2,044M
Commute42 min

Housing

C
Home Value$366,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units70
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking19.3%
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation537 ft (164 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.3%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+16.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute42 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries1

Is La Grange a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Grange receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. La Grange offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Grange is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Grange is $366,700, 30% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

La Grange enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

La Grange has a population of 52 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 68.5 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

52
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
68.5yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

La Grange vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.3%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Grange vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Grange is $48,333, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: La Grange vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,333
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,987
Avg Weekly Wage$1,098
IRS Avg AGI$90,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)823
County GDP$2,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare45
Retail102
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Grange is $366,700, 30% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$366,700
30% above US avg
Median List Price$215,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$215,000
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%
Housing Units70
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Rate0.70%
In La Grange, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 30.2% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Grange vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits57.9%
Premature Death11,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access36.1%
Healthcare Facilities45
La Grange has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation537 ft (164 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates35.0477°N, 89.2409°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.3%
14% above US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+16.1%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants38
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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