Michie, TN

Tennessee

Michie is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 526. Residents earn $67,813 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
526 Population 94/sq mi density
$67,813 Median Income $39,069 per capita
$159,700 Home Value $185,239 Zillow
$650 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,813 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,700 home value, $650/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,813
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,700
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population526
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,813
Per Capita$39,069
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$787M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,700
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,239
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Elevation613 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute24 min
Broadband82.9%
Libraries2

Is Michie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Michie receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Michie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Michie is $67,813, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Michie is $159,700, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Michie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Michie has a population of 526 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

526
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Michie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Michie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Michie is $67,813, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Michie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,813
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,069
Avg Weekly Wage$861
IRS Avg AGI$53,973

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)544
County GDP$787M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare45
Retail87
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Michie is $159,700, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,239.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,700
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,239

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Michie, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.0% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression32.0%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death14,361/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access45.0%
Healthcare Facilities45

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Michie has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.2 inches
56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation613 ft (187 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates35.0604°N, 88.4257°W
County FIPS47109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 82.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants36
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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