Saltillo, TN

Tennessee

Saltillo is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 743. Residents earn $64,236 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
743 Population 242/sq mi density
$64,236 Median Income $29,124 per capita
$112,000 Home Value $120,430 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
389 Violent Crime/100K 1,556 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,236 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,000 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
389 violent crimes/100K (2% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,236
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,000
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 389/100K
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population743
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,236
Per Capita$29,124
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$1,377M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,430
Rent Burden16.7%

Crime

F
Violent389/100K
Property1,556/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault389/100K
Burglary584/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Elevation468 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute42 min
Broadband78.8%
Libraries1

Is Saltillo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saltillo receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Saltillo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saltillo is $64,236, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saltillo is $112,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 389 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,556 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Saltillo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Saltillo has a population of 743 with a density of 242 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 5.1% Black.

Population

743
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Saltillo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Saltillo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saltillo is $64,236, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Saltillo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,236
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,124
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$62,692

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$1,377M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare61
Retail106
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,710
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.1 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Saltillo is $112,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,430.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,000
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,430

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,710
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Saltillo, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma12.1%
COPD10.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death15,010/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities61
Saltillo has a violent crime rate of 389 per 100,000 residents, 2% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,556 per 100,000 (21% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Saltillo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent389.1/100K
2% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault389.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,556.4/100K
21% below US avg
Burglary583.7/100K
Theft583.7/100K
Vehicle Theft389.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Saltillo has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.2 inches
56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation468 ft (143 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates35.3805°N, 88.2536°W
County FIPS47071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71-point margin. 78.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 14.1%

Winner: Republican by 71 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants69
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.1 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

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