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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,667 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,247 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $758 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,656 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 246 |
| County GDP | $344M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,522 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.61% |
| Commute Time | 25.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $157,100 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $237,387 |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,522 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.61% |
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 33.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 16,198/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 67.0 inches |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,198 ft (365 m) |
| Area | 16.6 sq mi (43.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3341°N, 85.8703°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 47061 |
Winner: Republican by 69.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.1% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 94.6% |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 38 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 25.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |