New Hope, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

New Hope is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 928. Residents earn $62,396 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
928 Population 90/sq mi density
$62,396 Median Income $25,386 per capita
$148,800 Home Value $224,050 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$62,396 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,800 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,396
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,800
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population928
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density90/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,396
Per Capita$25,386
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$650M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,050

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation724 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+84.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is New Hope a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Hope is $62,396, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Hope is $148,800, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

New Hope is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

New Hope enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Hope has a population of 928 with a density of 90 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

928
Total Population
90
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

New Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Hope is $62,396, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: New Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,396
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,386
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$62,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$650M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare18
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Hope is $148,800, 47% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,050.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,800
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,050

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-Occupied88.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In New Hope, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.7% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Hope vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD10.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression32.7%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death11,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities18
New Hope has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

New Hope has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
59% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation724 ft (221 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.8 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates34.9994°N, 85.6684°W
County FIPS13083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density90/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants20
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home8.0%

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