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Petros, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Petros is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 269.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
269 Population 68/sq mi density
$168,100 Home Value
60°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $168,100
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$242,581
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$461M
Commute45 min

Housing

Home Value$168,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units256

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking18.3%
Depression31.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation1,437 ft (438 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute45 min
Broadband82.3%
Libraries6

Is Petros a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petros receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Petros stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Petros is $168,100, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Petros enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Petros has a population of 269 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

269
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Petros vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Petros vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petros is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Petros vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$242,581
Avg Weekly Wage$864
IRS Avg AGI$54,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)245
County GDP$461M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare19
Retail38
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,770
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Petros is $168,100, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,100
40% below US avg

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-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units256
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,770
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Petros, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 31.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression31.5%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death13,305/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access10.5%
Healthcare Facilities19
Petros has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,437 ft (438 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates36.1028°N, 84.4503°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.5-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.8%
D 12.3%

Winner: Republican by 74.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.08
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants13
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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