Tennessee
Ripley is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 7,718. Residents earn $39,047 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ripley receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ripley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Ripley is $39,047, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Ripley is $152,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $745 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,871 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,528 per 100,000, 131% above the national average.
13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Ripley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,047 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,927 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $937 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,201 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.9% |
| 109% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 377 |
| County GDP | $954M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 62 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,969 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.29% |
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
| Census Median | $152,200 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $134,400 |
| Census Median Rent | $745 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,969 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.29% |
| Obesity | 51.0% |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.8% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.7% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 23.9% |
| Physical Distress | 18.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 14,551/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Total Violent | 1,870.8/100K |
| 392% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 35.8/100K |
| Robbery | 214.5/100K |
| Assault | 1,620.6/100K |
| Total Property | 4,528.1/100K |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,918.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,466.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 143.0/100K |
| Arson | 35.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.8 inches |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 392 ft (119 m) |
| Area | 12.9 sq mi (33.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 600/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7461°N, 89.5341°W |
| County FIPS | 47097 |
Winner: Republican by 37.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.5% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 600/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |