Median Income $74,583

1% lower than US avg

Home Value $117,000

58% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 40.0%

19% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.0%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.0%

11% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population165

Median Age41.8 yrs

Density118/mi²

Male / Female36% / 64%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans81.0%

Economy

Median Income$74,583

Per Capita$26,327

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,714M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$117,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$249,516

Housing Units37

Health

Obesity40.0%

Uninsured13.6%

Smoking20.9%

Depression28.6%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain59.8 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

Bachelor's+40.0%

High School+96.4%

Graduate+11.1%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute32 min

Broadband36.0%

Libraries1

Is Prospect a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prospect receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Prospect stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prospect is $74,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prospect is $117,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Prospect 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. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Prospect has a population of 165 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

165

Total Population

118

People / sq mi

41.8yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.8%

Female 64.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Prospect vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prospect vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prospect is $74,583, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Prospect vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$74,583
	1% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,327
Avg Weekly Wage	$973
IRS Avg AGI	$64,203

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.0%
	11% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	804
County GDP	$1,714M

Business (County)

Restaurants	42
Healthcare	70
Retail	137
Manufacturing	34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,298
	34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.6 min
Drive Alone	24.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Prospect is $117,000, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,516.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$117,000
	58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$249,516

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied	80.6%
Housing Units	37
Median Year Built	1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,298
	34% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.96%

In Prospect, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.0%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	12.3%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	37.6%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	8.6%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.9%
	49% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	27.1%
Depression	28.6%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	15.4%
Short Sleep	43.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	13.6%
	58% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.9%
Dental Visits	50.4%
Premature Death	13,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	28.1%
Healthcare Facilities	70

Prospect 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 59.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	60.0°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	59.8 inches
	57% above US avg
Snowfall	1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	591 ft (180 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density	118/sq mi
Coordinates	35.0219°N, 86.9989°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47103

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%

D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	40.0%
	19% above US avg
High School+	96.4%
Graduate Degree+	11.1%
School Test Score	5.08

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	118/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	36.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	70
Restaurants	42
Retail Stores	137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.6 min
Drive Alone	24.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.6%

Prospect, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Prospect a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Prospect vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Prospect vs U.S. Average

Income: Prospect vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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