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Parrottsville, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Parrottsville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 349. Residents earn $49,438 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
349 Population 472/sq mi density
$49,438 Median Income $26,894 per capita
$121,600 Home Value $282,670 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$49,438 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,600 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,438
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population349
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density472/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,438
Per Capita$26,894
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$4,643M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,600
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,670
Housing Units156
Rent Burden21.1%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking22.1%
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries1

Is Parrottsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parrottsville 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 a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Parrottsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parrottsville is $49,438, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parrottsville is $121,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 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

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Parrottsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Parrottsville has a population of 349 with a density of 472 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

349
Total Population
472
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%
Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Parrottsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parrottsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parrottsville is $49,438, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Parrottsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,438
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,894
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,568
County GDP$4,643M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare172
Retail256
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Parrottsville is $121,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,670.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,670

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.7%
Housing Units156
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Parrottsville, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 22.1% are current smokers. 32.8% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.1%
58% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression32.8%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.8%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death13,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
Parrottsville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density472/sq mi
Coordinates36.0082°N, 83.0915°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density472/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants129
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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