Pine Crest, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Pine Crest is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,173. Residents earn $54,900 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,173 Population 1,126/sq mi density
$54,900 Median Income $33,098 per capita
$181,100 Home Value
$735 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,900 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$181,100 home value, $735/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,900
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $181,100
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,173
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density1,126/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,900
Per Capita$33,098
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,556M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,100
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation1,702 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Pine Crest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Crest receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Pine Crest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Crest is $54,900, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Crest is $181,100, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Crest enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pine Crest has a population of 2,173 with a density of 1,126 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 5% Black.

Population

2,173
Total Population
1,126
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Crest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Crest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Crest is $54,900, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Pine Crest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,900
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,098
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$55,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$1,556M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare84
Retail141
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Crest is $181,100, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,100
36% below US avg
Median List Price$290,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$290,000
$/Sq Ft$89
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio87.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.79%
In Pine Crest, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.2% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pine Crest vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression33.2%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death12,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities84

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Pine Crest has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,702 ft (519 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density1,126/sq mi
Coordinates36.2932°N, 82.3089°W
County FIPS47019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.2%
D 17.9%

Winner: Republican by 63.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,126/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants82
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Work from Home12.0%

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