Pelham, TN

Tennessee

Pelham is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 429. Residents earn $66,667 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
429 Population 26/sq mi density
$66,667 Median Income $38,247 per capita
$157,100 Home Value $237,387 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,100 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,667
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.1%
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population429
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,667
Per Capita$38,247
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$344M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,387

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Elevation1,198 ft (365 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.1%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute25 min
Broadband94.6%
Libraries5

Is Pelham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pelham receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pelham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pelham is $66,667, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pelham is $157,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pelham enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pelham has a population of 429 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

429
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
16.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pelham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pelham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pelham is $66,667, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Pelham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,667
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,247
Avg Weekly Wage$758
IRS Avg AGI$53,656

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$344M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare17
Retail38
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,522
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pelham is $157,100, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,387.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,387

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-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,522
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Pelham, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.3% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression33.3%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death16,198/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access37.7%
Healthcare Facilities17
Pelham has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.0 inches
76% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,198 ft (365 m)
Area16.6 sq mi (43.1 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates35.3341°N, 85.8703°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 38.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.3-point margin. 94.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 69.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.1%
13% above US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area16.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants11
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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