Pulaski, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Giles County County
Pulaski, TN
At a Glance
How Pulaski Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pulaski's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pulaski a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pulaski residents earn a median household income of $45,420 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,292. The unemployment rate stands at 8.4% (133% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 721 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pulaski is $168,200 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $251,619. Median rent is $802/month, with 24.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Pulaski reports 449 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 18% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,378/100K.
Education
22.0% of adults in Pulaski hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pulaski has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches.