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Parker's Crossroads, TN

Tennessee

Parker's Crossroads is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 578. Residents earn $70,313 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
578 Population 153/sq mi density
$70,313 Median Income $33,128 per capita
$178,800 Home Value
$686 Median Rent 16.4% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,313 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,800 home value, $686/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,313
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $686
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

How Parker's Crossroads Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population578
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density153/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,313
Per Capita$33,128
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$1,064M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,800
Rent$686
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units266
Rent Burden16.4%

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured17.4%
Smoking27.2%
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation521 ft (159 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute34 min
Broadband95.3%
Libraries1

Is Parker's Crossroads a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parker's Crossroads receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Parker's Crossroads offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parker's Crossroads is $70,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parker's Crossroads is $178,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $686 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Parker's Crossroads enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Parker's Crossroads has a population of 578 with a density of 153 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55%), with 42.4% Black.

Population

578
Total Population
153
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Parker's Crossroads vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parker's Crossroads vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parker's Crossroads is $70,313, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Parker's Crossroads vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,313
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,128
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$57,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)614
County GDP$1,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare56
Retail95
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,605
26% below US avg
Cost of Living91.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Parker's Crossroads is $178,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $686 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,800
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$686
41% below US avg
Rent Burden16.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.7%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,605
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Parker's Crossroads, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% of residents lack health insurance. 27.2% are current smokers. 31.8% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Parker's Crossroads vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD11.9%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.2%
94% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression31.8%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress19.3%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured17.4%
102% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,591
Dentists1:3,491
Mental Health1:1,754
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits47.1%
Premature Death12,842/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access35.8%
Healthcare Facilities56
Parker's Crossroads has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation521 ft (159 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates35.7894°N, 88.3906°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.9-point margin. 95.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%
D 15.8%

Winner: Republican by 67.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density153/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants46
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Nearby Cities

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