Pinson, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Pinson is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 464. Residents earn $71,385 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
464 Population 114/sq mi density
$71,385 Median Income $41,238 per capita
$112,900 Home Value $180,443 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,385 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,900 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,385
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,900
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population464
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans0.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,385
Per Capita$41,238
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$524M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,443
Housing Units148

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking18.6%
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation404 ft (123 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+75.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Broadband56.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Pinson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinson receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pinson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinson is $71,385, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinson is $112,900, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pinson has a population of 464 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

464
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pinson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinson is $71,385, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Pinson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,385
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,238
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$57,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$524M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare27
Retail50
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone61.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinson is $112,900, 60% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,443.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,900
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,443

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied69.4%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Pinson, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 29.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death11,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities27
Pinson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates35.4790°N, 88.7413°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47023
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 56.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+75.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants28
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone61.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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