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Russellville, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Russellville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 719. Residents earn $47,214 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
719 Population 691/sq mi density
$47,214 Median Income $27,432 per capita
$96,000 Home Value $291,804 Zillow
$1,561 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,214 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,000 home value, $1,561/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,214
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,561
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population719
Median Age50.9 yrs
Density691/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,214
Per Capita$27,432
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$4,643M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,000
Rent$1,561
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,804
Housing Units377
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking20.6%
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+88.6%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Russellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russellville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Russellville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russellville is $47,214, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Russellville is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,561 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Russellville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Russellville has a population of 719 with a density of 691 people per square mile. The median age is 50.9 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 15.4% Black.

Population

719
Total Population
691
People / sq mi
50.9yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Russellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Russellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russellville is $47,214, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Russellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,214
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,432
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,568
County GDP$4,643M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare172
Retail256
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Russellville is $96,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,561 (34% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,804.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,804
Median List Price$189,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,900
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,561
34% above US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.3%
Housing Units377
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,177
9% below US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Russellville, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 32.2% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits53.1%
Premature Death13,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
Russellville 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 is 48.1 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density691/sq mi
Coordinates36.2580°N, 83.1968°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+88.6%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density691/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants129
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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