Rutledge, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Grainger County County
Rutledge, TN
At a Glance
How Rutledge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rutledge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rutledge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rutledge residents earn a median household income of $41,000 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,087. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 378 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rutledge is $152,300 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $280,460. Median rent is $568/month, with 32.4% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Rutledge reports 163 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,226/100K.
Education
14.5% of adults in Rutledge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 80.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rutledge has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches.