Lewisburg, TN

Tennessee

Lewisburg is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 12,607. Residents earn $52,634 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
12,607 Population 884/sq mi density
$52,634 Median Income $28,064 per capita
$183,400 Home Value $290,861 Zillow
$859 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$52,634 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$183,400 home value, $859/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,634
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $859
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.5%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population12,607
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density884/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,634
Per Capita$28,064
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty24.5%
County GDP$1,606M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,400
Rent$859
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$290,861

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Elevation739 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Lewisburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lewisburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lewisburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lewisburg is $52,634, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lewisburg is $183,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lewisburg 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 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lewisburg has a population of 12,607 with a density of 884 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 8.1% Black.

Population

12,607
Total Population
884
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
14.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewisburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.4%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.6%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lewisburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewisburg is $52,634, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lewisburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,634
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,064
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$65,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)754
County GDP$1,606M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare55
Retail126
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,034
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lewisburg is $183,400, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $859 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,861.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,400
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$290,861
Median List Price$299,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,999
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold16
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops30.8%
Inventory104

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$859
26% 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-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,034
13% below US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Lewisburg, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.9% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression30.9%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death10,469/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access48.5%
Healthcare Facilities55

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Lewisburg 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 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation739 ft (225 m)
Area14.3 sq mi (36.9 km²)
Population Density884/sq mi
Coordinates35.4516°N, 86.7907°W
County FIPS47117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density884/sq mi
Total Area14.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants48
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home7.7%

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