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Petersburg, TN

Tennessee

Petersburg is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 579. Residents earn $58,942 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
579 Population 573/sq mi density
$58,942 Median Income $22,827 per capita
$144,600 Home Value $308,018 Zillow
$648 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,942 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,600 home value, $648/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,942
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,600
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $648
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population579
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density573/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,942
Per Capita$22,827
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$1,714M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,600
Rent$648
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,018
Housing Units237
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,457/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking18.6%
Depression30.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation873 ft (266 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+81.2%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute30 min
Broadband80.1%
Libraries1

Is Petersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Petersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Petersburg is $58,942, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Petersburg is $144,600, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $648 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.

Safety & Crime

Petersburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,457 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Petersburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Petersburg has a population of 579 with a density of 573 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 5.7% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

579
Total Population
573
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Petersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Petersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petersburg is $58,942, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Petersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,942
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,827
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$64,203

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)804
County GDP$1,714M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare70
Retail137
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,298
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Petersburg is $144,600, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,018.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,600
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,018

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%
Housing Units237
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,298
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Petersburg, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 30.8% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression30.8%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death13,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access28.1%
Healthcare Facilities70
Petersburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,457 per 100,000 (26% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Petersburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,457.2/100K
26% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,457.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Petersburg has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates35.3173°N, 86.6406°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 80.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+81.2%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density573/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants42
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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