Medina, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Medina is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 5,268. Residents earn $93,964 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
5,268 Population 1,285/sq mi density
$93,964 Median Income $39,493 per capita
$261,400 Home Value $316,733 Zillow
$1,089 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
197 Violent Crime/100K 864 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$93,964 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$261,400 home value, $1,089/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
197 violent crimes/100K (48% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,964
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $261,400
7% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 197/100K
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.1%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,089
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,268
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density1,285/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,964
Per Capita$39,493
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$2,017M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$261,400
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$316,733

Crime

F
Violent197/100K
Property864/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault173/100K
Burglary197/100K

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Elevation450 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.1%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Medina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Medina receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Medina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Medina is $93,964, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Medina is $261,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Medina is below the national average at 197 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 864 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Medina enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Medina has a population of 5,268 with a density of 1,285 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 3.2% Black.

Population

5,268
Total Population
1,285
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Medina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Medina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Medina is $93,964, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Medina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,964
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,493
Avg Weekly Wage$942
IRS Avg AGI$59,493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,122
County GDP$2,017M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare100
Retail182
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,023
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Medina is $261,400, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $316,733.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$261,400
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$316,733
Median List Price$369,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$369,000
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops18.4%
Inventory38

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,089
6% 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-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,023
14% below US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Medina, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death13,993/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities100
Medina has a violent crime rate of 197 per 100,000 residents, 48% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 864 per 100,000 (56% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent197.5/100K
48% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery24.7/100K
Assault172.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property864.0/100K
56% below US avg
Burglary197.5/100K
Theft641.8/100K
Vehicle Theft24.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Medina has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.2 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation450 ft (137 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density1,285/sq mi
Coordinates35.8170°N, 88.7905°W
County FIPS47053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.1%
10% above US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.08
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,285/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants81
Retail Stores182

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home13.5%

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