New Market, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

New Market is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,789. Residents earn $70,913 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,789 Population 423/sq mi density
$70,913 Median Income $30,033 per capita
$166,400 Home Value $309,463 Zillow
$946 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
368 Violent Crime/100K 515 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,913 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,400 home value, $946/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
368 violent crimes/100K (3% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,913
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,400
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 368/100K
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $946
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,789
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density423/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,913
Per Capita$30,033
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,400
Rent$946
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$309,463

Crime

F
Violent368/100K
Property515/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault368/100K
Burglary147/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Elevation1,144 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute25 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is New Market a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Market receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. New Market offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Market is $70,913, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Market is $166,400, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $946 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in New Market is below the national average at 368 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 515 per 100,000, 74% below the national average.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

New Market experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Market has a population of 1,789 with a density of 423 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

1,789
Total Population
423
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

New Market vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Market vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Market is $70,913, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: New Market vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,913
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,033
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$68,662

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,038
County GDP$2,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare79
Retail140
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,142
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Market is $166,400, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $946 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,463.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,400
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$309,463
Median List Price$375,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$375,000
$/Sq Ft$177
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$946
19% 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-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,142
10% below US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In New Market, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression31.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death12,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access41.9%
Healthcare Facilities79
New Market has a violent crime rate of 368 per 100,000 residents, 3% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 515 per 100,000 (74% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent367.7/100K
3% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault367.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property514.7/100K
74% below US avg
Burglary147.1/100K
Theft367.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Market has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.7 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,144 ft (349 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density423/sq mi
Coordinates36.0955°N, 83.5570°W
County FIPS47089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density423/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants81
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

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