Munford, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Munford is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 6,459. Residents earn $86,492 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
6,459 Population 681/sq mi density
$86,492 Median Income $35,250 per capita
$234,600 Home Value $282,400 Zillow
$1,086 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
414 Violent Crime/100K 2,167 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$86,492 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$234,600 home value, $1,086/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
414 violent crimes/100K (9% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,492
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $234,600
17% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 414/100K
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,086
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,459
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density681/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,492
Per Capita$35,250
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,763M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$234,600
Rent$1,086
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,400

Crime

F
Violent414/100K
Property2,167/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault331/100K
Burglary298/100K

Health

Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Elevation428 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Libraries2

Is Munford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Munford receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Munford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Munford is $86,492, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Munford is $234,600, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,086 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 414 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,167 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Munford 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 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Munford has a population of 6,459 with a density of 681 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 2% Hispanic, 3.5% Black.

Population

6,459
Total Population
681
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Munford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Munford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Munford is $86,492, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Munford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,492
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,250
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$65,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)962
County GDP$1,763M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare78
Retail145
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Munford is $234,600, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,086 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,400.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,600
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,400
Median List Price$407,487

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$407,487
$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops26.9%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,086
7% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,200

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Munford, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death12,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access58.7%
Healthcare Facilities78
Munford has a violent crime rate of 414 per 100,000 residents, 9% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,167 per 100,000 (11% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent413.5/100K
9% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape66.2/100K
Robbery16.5/100K
Assault330.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,166.7/100K
11% above US avg
Burglary297.7/100K
Theft1,769.8/100K
Vehicle Theft99.2/100K
Arson16.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Munford 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 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation428 ft (130 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.6 km²)
Population Density681/sq mi
Coordinates35.4429°N, 89.8159°W
County FIPS47167
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density681/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants83
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home9.3%

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