Sardis, TN

Tennessee

Sardis is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 463. Residents earn $40,536 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
463 Population 185/sq mi density
$40,536 Median Income $24,428 per capita
$112,800 Home Value $157,933 Zillow
$613 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$40,536 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,800 home value, $613/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,536
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.7%
83% higher than US avg

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

People

Population463
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$40,536
Per Capita$24,428
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty22.7%
County GDP$457M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,800
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,933
Housing Units248
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking20.6%
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation496 ft (151 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+82.4%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute36 min
Broadband76.8%
Libraries2

Is Sardis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sardis receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Sardis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sardis is $40,536, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sardis is $112,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sardis 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. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sardis has a population of 463 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

463
Total Population
185
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sardis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sardis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sardis is $40,536, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Sardis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,536
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,428
Avg Weekly Wage$896
IRS Avg AGI$54,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.7%
83% above US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$457M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare26
Retail44
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,988
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone59.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sardis is $112,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,933.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,800
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,933

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units248
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,988
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Sardis, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 29.8% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits52.9%
Premature Death14,620/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access44.9%
Healthcare Facilities26
Sardis 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. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.2 inches
56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation496 ft (151 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density185/sq mi
Coordinates35.4424°N, 88.2912°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin. 76.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+82.4%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density185/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants18
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone59.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.6%

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