Oakdale, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Oakdale is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 189. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
189 Population 217/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $24,020 per capita
$95,400 Home Value $194,267 Zillow
$617 Median Rent 33.3% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,400 home value, $617/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$24,020
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$3,536M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,400
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,267
Housing Units87
Rent Burden33.3%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking19.6%
Depression33.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+67.5%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries4

Is Oakdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakdale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Oakdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakdale is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakdale is $95,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakdale 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 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Oakdale has a population of 189 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

189
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakdale is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Oakdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,020
Avg Weekly Wage$1,590
IRS Avg AGI$73,181

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$3,536M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare96
Retail139
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,692
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakdale is $95,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,267.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,400
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,267

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% below US avg
Rent Burden33.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,692
5% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Oakdale, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 33.3% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression33.3%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death13,431/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access69.7%
Healthcare Facilities96
Oakdale has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates35.9927°N, 84.5567°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47145
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.5-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+67.5%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants71
Retail Stores139

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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