Home Value $9,999

96% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.7%

42% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.6%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.8%

19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population61

Median Age60.3 yrs

Density35/mi²

Male / Female66% / 34%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans61.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$41,775

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty14.8%

County GDP$1,331M

Commute54 min

Housing

Home Value$9,999

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$195,559

Housing Units67

Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity36.6%

Uninsured10.1%

Smoking16.1%

Depression25.8%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain57.8 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.7%

High School+52.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%

Commute54 min

Broadband50.0%

Libraries1

Is Mercer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mercer receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Mercer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mercer is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mercer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mercer has a population of 61 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

60.3yrs

Median Age

55% above US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.6%

Female 34.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mercer 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

Mercer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mercer is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Mercer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$41,775
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,439
IRS Avg AGI	$48,445

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	14.8%
	19% above US avg
Establishments (County)	412
County GDP	$1,331M

Business (County)

Restaurants	38
Healthcare	28
Retail	51
Manufacturing	14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,547
	27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	25.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	54.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mercer is $9,999, 96% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,559.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$9,999
	96% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$195,559

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.6%

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	67
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,547
	27% below US avg
Effective Rate	25.47%

In Mercer, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.6%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	9.4%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.2%
Physical Inactivity	22.8%
Depression	25.8%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	10.1%
	17% above US avg
Checkup Rate	72.5%
Dental Visits	58.1%
Premature Death	16,656/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.6/10
Exercise Access	49.5%
Healthcare Facilities	28

Mercer has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	61.2°F
	13% above US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	57.8 inches
	52% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	420 ft (128 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density	35/sq mi
Coordinates	35.4745°N, 89.0394°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47075

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.4-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%

D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.7%
	42% below US avg
High School+	52.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.08

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	35/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	50.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	28
Restaurants	38
Retail Stores	51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	54.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Mercer, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Mercer a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Mercer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Mercer vs U.S. Average

Income: Mercer 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: Mercer 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

Nearby Cities