Samburg, TN

Tennessee

Samburg is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 190. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
190 Population 404/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $25,247 per capita
$188,800 Home Value $131,387 Zillow
$597 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$188,800 home value, $597/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $188,800
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $597
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population190
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density404/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$25,247
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$151M
Commute37 min

Housing

A
Home Value$188,800
Rent$597
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,387
Housing Units157
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured14.4%
Smoking24.2%
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation287 ft (87 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+75.7%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries2

Is Samburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Samburg receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Samburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Samburg is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Samburg is $188,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $597 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Samburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Samburg has a population of 190 with a density of 404 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

190
Total Population
404
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Samburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Samburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Samburg is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Samburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,247
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$45,085

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)114
County GDP$151M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare10
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Samburg is $188,800, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $597 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,387.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,800
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,387

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$597
49% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.0%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

In Samburg, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 24.2% are current smokers. 33.2% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.2%
73% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression33.2%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Uninsured14.4%
67% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits50.7%
Premature Death13,425/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access22.0%
Healthcare Facilities10
Samburg has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation287 ft (87 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density404/sq mi
Coordinates36.3817°N, 89.3524°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.9-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 54.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+75.7%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density404/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants9
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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