Orme, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Orme is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 57. Residents earn $33,000 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
57 Population 14/sq mi density
$33,000 Median Income $33,926 per capita
$64,000 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$33,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,000
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans51.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,000
Per Capita$33,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$1,192M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain64.0 in/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+73.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute42 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries4

Is Orme a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orme receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Orme offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orme is $33,000, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orme is $64,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Orme enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Orme has a population of 57 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

57
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Orme vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Orme vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orme is $33,000, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Orme vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,000
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,926
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$67,226

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,192M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare46
Retail104
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,759
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Orme is $64,000, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,759
7% above US avg
Effective Rate5.87%
In Orme, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD11.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death13,069/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access71.0%
Healthcare Facilities46
Orme has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.0 inches
69% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates35.0147°N, 85.8048°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47115
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+73.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants62
Retail Stores104

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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