Minor Hill, TN

Tennessee

Minor Hill is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 598. Residents earn $43,077 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
598 Population 322/sq mi density
$43,077 Median Income $30,175 per capita
$140,200 Home Value $233,289 Zillow
$990 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
190 Violent Crime/100K 0 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$43,077 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$140,200 home value, $990/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
190 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,077
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,200
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 190/100K
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $990
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population598
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density322/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,077
Per Capita$30,175
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,601M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,200
Rent$990
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,289
Housing Units266
Rent Burden35.8%

Crime

C
Violent190/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault190/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking23.0%
Depression32.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain58.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation890 ft (271 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband94.1%
Libraries5

Is Minor Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minor Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Minor Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minor Hill is $43,077, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minor Hill is $140,200, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Minor Hill is below the national average at 190 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Minor Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Minor Hill has a population of 598 with a density of 322 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

598
Total Population
322
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Minor Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minor Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minor Hill is $43,077, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Minor Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,077
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,175
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$59,830

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)721
County GDP$1,601M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare62
Retail125
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Minor Hill is $140,200, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,289.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,200
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,289

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$990
15% below US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.8%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,882
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Minor Hill, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 23.0% are current smokers. 32.1% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Minor Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.0%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression32.1%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death13,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access36.0%
Healthcare Facilities62
Minor Hill has a violent crime rate of 190 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent190.1/100K
50% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault190.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Minor Hill has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.6 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation890 ft (271 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density322/sq mi
Coordinates35.0566°N, 87.1607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, 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 55-point margin. 94.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density322/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants50
Retail Stores125

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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