Lafayette, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Macon County County
Lafayette, TN
At a Glance
How Lafayette Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lafayette's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lafayette a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lafayette residents earn a median household income of $44,924 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,467. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 427 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lafayette is $189,800 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $268,449. Median rent is $847/month, with 28.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Lafayette reports 118 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,722/100K.
Education
12.5% of adults in Lafayette hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 80.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lafayette has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches.