Tennessee
Newbern is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 3,313. Residents earn $49,853 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Newbern receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Newbern offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Newbern is $49,853, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Newbern is $92,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $802 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 598 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,243 per 100,000, near the national average.
22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Newbern enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,853 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,859 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,045 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,970 |
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.2% |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 908 |
| County GDP | $2,387M |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 101 |
| Retail | 166 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,000 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.24% |
| Commute Time | 15.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
| Census Median | $92,700 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $190,438 |
| Median List Price | $234,900 |
| Median List Price | $234,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $116 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.7% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
| Census Median Rent | $802 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,000 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.24% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 31.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 14,992/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
| Total Violent | 598.3/100K |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 29.9/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 568.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,243.5/100K |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 568.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,585.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 89.7/100K |
| Arson | 29.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.3 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 355 ft (108 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 731/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1169°N, 89.2714°W |
| County FIPS | 47045 |
Winner: Republican by 61.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.3% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 731/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 166 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 15.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |