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Lobelville, TN

Tennessee

Lobelville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 974. Residents earn $54,063 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
974 Population 260/sq mi density
$54,063 Median Income $25,076 per capita
$176,100 Home Value $160,229 Zillow
$883 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$54,063 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$176,100 home value, $883/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,063
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,100
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population974
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,063
Per Capita$25,076
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$280M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,100
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,229
Housing Units461
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured15.3%
Smoking25.3%
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation440 ft (134 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute42 min
Broadband83.5%
Libraries2

Is Lobelville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lobelville is $54,063, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Lobelville is $176,100, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lobelville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lobelville has a population of 974 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%).

Population

974
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lobelville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lobelville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lobelville is $54,063, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Lobelville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,063
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,076
Avg Weekly Wage$887
IRS Avg AGI$57,964

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)163
County GDP$280M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare15
Retail32
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,080
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Drive Alone70.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lobelville is $176,100, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,229.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,100
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,229

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%
Housing Units461
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,080
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Lobelville, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% of residents lack health insurance. 25.3% are current smokers. 32.7% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD11.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.3%
81% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression32.7%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress17.9%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Uninsured15.3%
78% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits46.1%
Premature Death11,958/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access24.0%
Healthcare Facilities15
Lobelville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.3 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.3 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation440 ft (134 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates35.7517°N, 87.7975°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.5-point margin. 83.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.5%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 69.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density260/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants8
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Drive Alone70.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

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