Home Value $95,500

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.8%

86% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.1%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 56.9%

359% higher than US avg

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

People

Population289

Median Age39.6 yrs

Density163/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans11.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$16,494

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty56.9%

County GDP$1,377M

Commute14 min

Housing

Home Value$95,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units144

Rent Burden25.2%

Health

Obesity38.1%

Uninsured14.4%

Smoking24.9%

Depression32.4%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain59.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation499 ft (152 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.8%

High School+90.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%

Commute14 min

Broadband82.0%

Libraries1

Is Nixon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nixon receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Nixon faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 56.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nixon is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Nixon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Nixon has a population of 289 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

289

Total Population

163

People / sq mi

39.6yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.8%

Female 61.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nixon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nixon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nixon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 56.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Nixon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$16,494
Avg Weekly Wage	$965
IRS Avg AGI	$62,692

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	56.9%
	359% above US avg
Establishments (County)	640
County GDP	$1,377M

Business (County)

Restaurants	69
Healthcare	61
Retail	106
Manufacturing	30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,710
	23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nixon is $95,500, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$95,500
	66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	80.5%
Housing Units	144
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,710
	23% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.84%

In Nixon, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 24.9% are current smokers. 32.4% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.1%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	12.9%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	38.0%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	10.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	24.9%
	78% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	31.2%
Depression	32.4%
Mental Distress	23.6%
Physical Distress	17.5%
Short Sleep	41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	51.7%
Uninsured	14.4%
	67% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.4%
Dental Visits	47.7%
Premature Death	15,010/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	44.2%
Healthcare Facilities	61

Nixon has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	61.5°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	59.2 inches
	56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	499 ft (152 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density	163/sq mi
Coordinates	35.1148°N, 88.2582°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47071

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%

D 14.1%

Winner: Republican by 71 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.8%
	86% below US avg
High School+	90.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.08

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	163/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	82.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	61
Restaurants	69
Retail Stores	106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Nixon, TN

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

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Economy

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Health

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Is Nixon a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Nixon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Nixon vs U.S. Average

Income: Nixon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

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Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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Commute & Transportation

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