Lenox, TN

Tennessee

Lenox is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 322. Residents earn $76,164 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
322 Population 128/sq mi density
$76,164 Median Income $22,810 per capita
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,164 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,164
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,164
Per Capita$22,810
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,387M
Commute23 min

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation294 ft (90 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries3

Is Lenox a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lenox receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lenox stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lenox is $76,164, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lenox enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lenox has a population of 322 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

322
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lenox vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lenox vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lenox is $76,164, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Lenox vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,164
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,810
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$60,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)908
County GDP$2,387M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare101
Retail166
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.7%

Walkability

In Lenox, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.1% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression33.1%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death14,992/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities101
Lenox has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation294 ft (90 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates36.0876°N, 89.4973°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.8-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 61.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants75
Retail Stores166

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.7%

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