Home Value $165,500

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 36.4%

8% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.6%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population132

Median Age50.5 yrs

Density40/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans39.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$76,805

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,064M

Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$165,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$154,335

Housing Units68

Health

Obesity37.6%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking21.4%

Depression33.7%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain56.9 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation452 ft (138 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.4%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+33.3%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%

Commute31 min

Broadband60.0%

Libraries1

Is Luray a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luray receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Luray offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luray is $165,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Luray 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. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Luray has a population of 132 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

132

Total Population

People / sq mi

50.5yrs

Median Age

30% above US avg

3.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%

Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Luray vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luray vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luray is N/A. 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 31 minutes.

Income: Luray vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$76,805
Avg Weekly Wage	$908
IRS Avg AGI	$57,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	614
County GDP	$1,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants	46
Healthcare	56
Retail	95
Manufacturing	32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,605
	26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Luray is $165,500, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,335.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$165,500
	41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$154,335

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	68
Median Year Built	2006

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,605
	26% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.57%

In Luray, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 21.4% are current smokers. 33.7% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.6%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	11.3%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	33.8%
Asthma	12.8%
COPD	8.8%
Cancer	6.1%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.4%
	53% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.2%
Physical Inactivity	28.2%
Depression	33.7%
Mental Distress	23.9%
Physical Distress	16.3%
Short Sleep	38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Checkup Rate	73.2%
Dental Visits	54.1%
Premature Death	12,842/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	35.8%
Healthcare Facilities	56

Luray 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 56.9 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) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	59.9°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	56.9 inches
	50% above US avg
Snowfall	2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	452 ft (138 m)
Area	3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density	40/sq mi
Coordinates	35.6017°N, 88.5702°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47077

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.9-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%

D 15.8%

Winner: Republican by 67.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	36.4%
	8% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	33.3%
School Test Score	5.08

B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	40/sq mi
Total Area	3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	60.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	56
Restaurants	46
Retail Stores	95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Luray, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Luray a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Luray vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Luray vs U.S. Average

Income: Luray vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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