Powells Crossroads, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Powells Crossroads is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,454. Residents earn $65,804 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,454 Population 297/sq mi density
$65,804 Median Income $30,007 per capita
$173,000 Home Value $232,116 Zillow
$1,089 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,804 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,000 home value, $1,089/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,804
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $173,000
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,089
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,454
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,804
Per Capita$30,007
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,192M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$173,000
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,116

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.7 in/yr
Elevation694 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+83.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Libraries4

Is Powells Crossroads a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Powells Crossroads is $65,804, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Powells Crossroads is $173,000, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Powells Crossroads 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Powells Crossroads enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Powells Crossroads has a population of 1,454 with a density of 297 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,454
Total Population
297
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Powells Crossroads vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Powells Crossroads vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Powells Crossroads is $65,804, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Powells Crossroads vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,804
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,007
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$67,226

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,192M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare46
Retail104
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,759
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Powells Crossroads is $173,000, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,116.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,000
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,116

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,089
6% 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-Occupied88.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,759
7% above US avg
Effective Rate2.17%
In Powells Crossroads, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.8% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Powells Crossroads vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression32.8%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death13,069/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access71.0%
Healthcare Facilities46
Powells Crossroads has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Powells Crossroads 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 Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Powells Crossroads has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.7 inches
68% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation694 ft (212 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density297/sq mi
Coordinates35.1848°N, 85.4848°W
County FIPS47115
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density297/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants62
Retail Stores104

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Work from Home7.2%

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