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Medon, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Medon is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 243. Residents earn $57,375 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
243 Population 245/sq mi density
$57,375 Median Income $30,367 per capita
$116,900 Home Value $200,080 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,375 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,900 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,375
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,900
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density245/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,375
Per Capita$30,367
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$8,548M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,900
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,080
Housing Units110
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking17.5%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation462 ft (141 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries2

Is Medon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Medon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Medon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Medon is $57,375, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Medon is $116,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Medon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Medon has a population of 243 with a density of 245 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 5.8% Black.

Population

243
Total Population
245
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Medon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Medon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Medon is $57,375, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Medon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,375
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,367
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$67,311

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,988
County GDP$8,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare374
Retail470
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,610
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Medon is $116,900, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,080.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,900
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,080

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.2%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,610
3% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Medon, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death12,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access85.5%
Healthcare Facilities374
Medon has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation462 ft (141 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates35.4521°N, 88.8627°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 40.3%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density245/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities374
Restaurants253
Retail Stores470

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.8%

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