Moscow, TN

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.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
850 Population 664/sq mi density
$44,750 Median Income $22,136 per capita
$154,700 Home Value $286,240 Zillow
$860 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
1,479 Violent Crime/100K 2,773 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$44,750 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$154,700 home value, $860/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,479 violent crimes/100K (289% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,750
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,700
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,479/100K
289% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.9%
85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population850
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density664/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,750
Per Capita$22,136
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty22.9%
County GDP$2,044M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,700
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,240
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

F
Violent1,479/100K
Property2,773/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,479/100K
Burglary555/100K

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.9 in/yr
Elevation398 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+75.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries1

Is Moscow a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Moscow has a population of 850 with a density of 664 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (58.4%), with 37.6% White.

Population

850
Total Population
664
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Moscow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moscow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moscow is $44,750, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Moscow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,750
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,136
Avg Weekly Wage$1,098
IRS Avg AGI$90,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.9%
85% above US avg
Establishments (County)823
County GDP$2,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare45
Retail102
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Moscow is $154,700, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,240.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,700
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,240

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied34.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Moscow, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.6%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death11,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access36.1%
Healthcare Facilities45
Moscow has a violent crime rate of 1,479 per 100,000 residents, 289% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,773 per 100,000 (41% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,478.7/100K
289% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault1,478.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,772.6/100K
41% above US avg
Burglary554.5/100K
Theft2,218.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Moscow has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.9 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation398 ft (121 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density664/sq mi
Coordinates35.0624°N, 89.3823°W
County FIPS47047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+75.4%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density664/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants38
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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