Pleasant Hill, TN

Tennessee

Pleasant Hill is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 546. Residents earn $48,393 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
546 Population 335/sq mi density
$48,393 Median Income $28,221 per capita
$170,400 Home Value
$933 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,393 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$170,400 home value, $933/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,393
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,400
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.4%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population546
Median Age64.5 yrs
Density335/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,393
Per Capita$28,221
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$1,085M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,400
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units394
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured15.2%
Smoking26.0%
Depression34.9%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,816 ft (554 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.4%
High School+87.3%
Graduate+32.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute26 min
Broadband77.5%
Libraries1

Is Pleasant Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleasant Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pleasant Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pleasant Hill is $48,393, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pleasant Hill is $170,400, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pleasant Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Pleasant Hill has a population of 546 with a density of 335 people per square mile. The median age is 64.5 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 4% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

546
Total Population
335
People / sq mi
64.5yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleasant Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pleasant Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleasant Hill is $48,393, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Pleasant Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,393
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,221
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$55,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)595
County GDP$1,085M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare55
Retail75
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,586
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone61.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pleasant Hill is $170,400, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,400
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$70
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio83.3%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%
Housing Units394
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,586
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Pleasant Hill, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.2% of residents lack health insurance. 26.0% are current smokers. 34.9% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pleasant Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma12.4%
COPD12.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.0%
86% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression34.9%
Mental Distress24.6%
Physical Distress18.6%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured15.2%
77% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits49.5%
Premature Death13,272/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities55
Pleasant Hill has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,816 ft (554 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density335/sq mi
Coordinates35.9739°N, 85.2020°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin. 77.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 16.3%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.4%
23% above US avg
High School+87.3%
Graduate Degree+32.9%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density335/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants36
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone61.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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