Mooresburg, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Mooresburg is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 829. Residents earn $36,875 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
829 Population 219/sq mi density
$36,875 Median Income $22,384 per capita
$166,700 Home Value $197,856 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$36,875 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$166,700 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,875
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.5%
138% higher than US avg

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

People

Population829
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$36,875
Per Capita$22,384
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty29.5%
County GDP$4,643M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$166,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,856

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.7%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation1,138 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+84.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.4%
Libraries1

Is Mooresburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mooresburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mooresburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mooresburg is $36,875, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 29.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mooresburg is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mooresburg 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. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mooresburg has a population of 829 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

829
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mooresburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mooresburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mooresburg is $36,875, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Mooresburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,875
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,384
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.5%
138% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,568
County GDP$4,643M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare172
Retail256
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mooresburg is $166,700, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,856.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,700
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,856

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Mooresburg, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.7% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD10.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression33.7%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death13,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities172

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Mooresburg 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 48.1 inches. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates36.3507°N, 83.2352°W
County FIPS47063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+84.0%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants129
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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