Median Income $129,138

72% higher than US avg

Home Value $238,400

15% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.4%

19% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.1%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 14.7%

308% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254

Median Age39.9 yrs

Density149/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans28.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$129,138

Per Capita$38,799

Unemployment14.7%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$10,174M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$238,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units57

Rent Burden29.4%

Health

Obesity31.1%

Uninsured10.6%

Smoking16.1%

Depression30.5%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain54.2 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation804 ft (245 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.4%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+9.5%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute21 min

Broadband66.0%

Libraries3

Is Norene a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norene receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Norene stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norene is $129,138, which is significantly higher than the national average — 72% above $75,149. This places Norene among higher-income communities. At 14.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norene is $238,400, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Norene enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Norene has a population of 254 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

254

Total Population

149

People / sq mi

39.9yrs

Median Age

3% above US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%

Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Norene vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.2%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.8%
	49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norene vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norene is $129,138, which is 72% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Norene vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$129,138
	72% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,799
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,109
IRS Avg AGI	$91,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	14.7%
	308% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	4,714
County GDP	$10,174M

Business (County)

Restaurants	303
Healthcare	317
Retail	476
Manufacturing	134

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,408
	3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Norene is $238,400, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$238,400
	15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.4%

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	100.0%
Housing Units	57
Median Year Built	1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,408
	3% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.43%

In Norene, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 30.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.1%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.3%
Physical Inactivity	22.2%
Depression	30.5%
Mental Distress	20.8%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.8%
Uninsured	10.6%
	23% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.6%
Dental Visits	60.3%
Premature Death	8,720/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	65.6%
Healthcare Facilities	317

Norene has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.2 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.6°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	54.2 inches
	43% above US avg
Snowfall	1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	804 ft (245 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density	149/sq mi
Coordinates	36.0541°N, 86.2382°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47189

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.1-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%

D 29.4%

Winner: Republican by 40.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.4%
	19% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	9.5%
School Test Score	5.08

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	149/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	66.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	317
Restaurants	303
Retail Stores	476

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Norene, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Norene a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Norene vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Norene vs U.S. Average

Income: Norene vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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