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Pittman Center, TN

Tennessee

Pittman Center is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 521. Residents earn $72,656 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
521 Population 87/sq mi density
$72,656 Median Income $32,158 per capita
$329,600 Home Value $402,483 Zillow
$832 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,656 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$329,600 home value, $832/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,656
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $329,600
17% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $832
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population521
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans18.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,656
Per Capita$32,158
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$7,757M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$329,600
Rent$832
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$402,483
Housing Units520
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property365/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary182/100K

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking21.6%
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain84.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,287 ft (392 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.9%
Libraries5

Is Pittman Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pittman Center 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, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Pittman Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pittman Center is $72,656, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pittman Center is $329,600, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Pittman Center 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 365 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pittman Center has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 84.5 inches, including 76.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pittman Center has a population of 521 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).

Population

521
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pittman Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pittman Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pittman Center is $72,656, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Pittman Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,656
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,158
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$66,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,560
County GDP$7,757M

Business (County)

Restaurants632
Healthcare179
Retail722
Manufacturing110

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,877
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pittman Center is $329,600, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $402,483.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,600
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$402,483

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$832
28% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%
Housing Units520
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,877
18% below US avg
Effective Rate0.87%
In Pittman Center, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 32.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pittman Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression32.7%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.5%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits53.2%
Premature Death11,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access56.1%
Healthcare Facilities179
Pittman Center has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 365 per 100,000 (81% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Pittman Center 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 Property365.0/100K
81% below US avg
Burglary182.5/100K
Theft182.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Pittman Center has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 84.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.5 inches
122% above US avg
Snowfall76.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,287 ft (392 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates35.7595°N, 83.3885°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.1-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities179
Restaurants632
Retail Stores722

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Nearby Cities

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