Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Moscow is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 850. Residents earn $44,750 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, Moscow receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Moscow has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Moscow is $44,750, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Moscow is $154,700, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,479 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,773 per 100,000, 41% above the national average.
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Moscow 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. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,750 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,136 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,098 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,011 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.9% |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 823 |
| County GDP | $2,044M |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 102 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,574 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
| Commute Time | 29.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
| Census Median | $154,700 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $286,240 |
| Census Median Rent | $860 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.0% |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 34.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,574 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
| Obesity | 42.3% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.8% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 73.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,140/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Total Violent | 1,478.7/100K |
| 289% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 1,478.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,772.6/100K |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 554.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,218.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.9 inches |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 398 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 664/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0624°N, 89.3823°W |
| County FIPS | 47047 |
Winner: Republican by 42.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.9% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 664/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 88.4% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Retail Stores | 102 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 29.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |