Parsons, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Decatur County County
Parsons, TN
At a Glance
How Parsons Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parsons's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parsons a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parsons residents earn a median household income of $32,129 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,105. The unemployment rate stands at 10.0% (178% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 299 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parsons is $107,400 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $174,705. Median rent is $731/month, with 25.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Parsons reports 851 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 124% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,465/100K.
Education
6.6% of adults in Parsons hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 80.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parsons has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches.