Middle Valley, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Middle Valley is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 11,808. Residents earn $93,264 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
11,808 Population 1,210/sq mi density
$93,264 Median Income $47,652 per capita
$277,400 Home Value
$1,255 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$93,264 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$277,400 home value, $1,255/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,264
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $277,400
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.3%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,255
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,808
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density1,210/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,264
Per Capita$47,652
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$37,279M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$277,400
Rent$1,255
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.1 in/yr
Elevation767 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.3%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute26 min
Libraries8

Is Middle Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middle Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Middle Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middle Valley is $93,264, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middle Valley is $277,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,255 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Middle Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Middle Valley has a population of 11,808 with a density of 1,210 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 5.6% Black.

Population

11,808
Total Population
1,210
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Middle Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Middle Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middle Valley is $93,264, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Middle Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,264
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,652
Avg Weekly Wage$1,269
IRS Avg AGI$92,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,611
County GDP$37,279M

Business (County)

Restaurants952
Healthcare1,188
Retail1,397
Manufacturing395

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Middle Valley is $277,400, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,255 (8% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,400
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,255
8% above 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-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Middle Valley, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Middle Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death10,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access84.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,188

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Middle Valley has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.1 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.3 km²)
Population Density1,210/sq mi
Coordinates35.1907°N, 85.1975°W
County FIPS47065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.7%
D 42.7%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.3%
4% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.08
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,210/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities1,188
Restaurants952
Retail Stores1,397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home15.1%

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