Tennessee
Parsons is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,578. Residents earn $32,129 per year, which is 57% below the national average.
Based on current data, Parsons receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Parsons has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Parsons is $32,129, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Parsons is $107,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Parsons is below the national average at 213 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,748 per 100,000, near the national average.
6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Parsons enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $32,129 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,105 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $896 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,302 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.9% |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 299 |
| County GDP | $457M |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,988 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.85% |
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.0% |
| Census Median | $107,400 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $159,780 |
| Census Median Rent | $731 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,988 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.85% |
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 11.9% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.5% |
| Depression | 33.3% |
| Mental Distress | 24.1% |
| Physical Distress | 18.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,620/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 44.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
| Total Violent | 213.2/100K |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 42.6/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 170.6/100K |
| Total Property | 1,748.4/100K |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 554.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,108.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 85.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.1 inches |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 513 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 637/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6512°N, 88.1231°W |
| County FIPS | 47039 |
Winner: Republican by 69.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.6% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 637/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 44 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.0% |