McKenzie, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Weakley County County
McKenzie, TN
At a Glance
How McKenzie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows McKenzie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is McKenzie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
McKenzie residents earn a median household income of $35,988 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,956. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 674 business establishments, including 65 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in McKenzie is $140,200 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $191,046. Median rent is $669/month, with 38.6% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
McKenzie reports 286 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 732/100K.
Education
25.1% of adults in McKenzie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
McKenzie 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 totals 55.9 inches.