Mowbray Mountain, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Mowbray Mountain is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,797. Residents earn $96,607 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,797 Population 89/sq mi density
$96,607 Median Income $47,093 per capita
$365,600 Home Value
$861 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,607 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$365,600 home value, $861/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,607
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $365,600
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.7%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,797
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,607
Per Capita$47,093
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$37,279M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$365,600
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.1 in/yr
Elevation1,658 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.7%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute32 min
Libraries8

Is Mowbray Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mowbray Mountain receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Mowbray Mountain stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mowbray Mountain is $96,607, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mowbray Mountain is $365,600, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mowbray Mountain 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.

Mowbray Mountain has a population of 1,797 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,797
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
20.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mowbray Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mowbray Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mowbray Mountain is $96,607, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Mowbray Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,607
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,093
Avg Weekly Wage$1,269
IRS Avg AGI$92,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% 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 Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mowbray Mountain is $365,600, 30% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$365,600
30% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$861
26% below 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-Occupied88.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,302
51% above US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In Mowbray Mountain, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mowbray Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death10,011/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Mowbray Mountain 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

Elevation1,658 ft (505 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.4 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates35.2751°N, 85.2226°W
County FIPS47065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above 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+35.7%
6% above US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.08
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area20.2 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 Commute32.0 min
Work from Home7.8%

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