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Saulsbury, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Saulsbury is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 247. Residents earn $43,226 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
247 Population 405/sq mi density
$43,226 Median Income $23,766 per capita
$107,200 Home Value $137,674 Zillow
$680 Median Rent 17.1% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$43,226 median income, 20.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,200 home value, $680/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,226
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,200
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 20.9%
481% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 53.6%
332% higher than US avg

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

People

Population247
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density405/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans22.5%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,226
Per Capita$23,766
Unemployment20.9%
Poverty53.6%
County GDP$2,044M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,200
Rent$680
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,674
Housing Units130
Rent Burden17.1%

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured14.2%
Smoking21.1%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+79.0%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute42 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries1

Is Saulsbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saulsbury receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Saulsbury has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saulsbury is $43,226, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 53.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. 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 Saulsbury is $107,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Saulsbury enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°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 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Saulsbury has a population of 247 with a density of 405 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 17.8% Black.

Population

247
Total Population
405
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Saulsbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Saulsbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saulsbury is $43,226, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 53.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Saulsbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,226
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,766
Avg Weekly Wage$1,098
IRS Avg AGI$90,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.9%
481% above US avg
Poverty Rate53.6%
332% above US avg
Establishments (County)823
County GDP$2,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare45
Retail102
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saulsbury is $107,200, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,674.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,200
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,674

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% below US avg
Rent Burden17.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.6%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,574
26% below US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Saulsbury, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.2% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep45.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%
Uninsured14.2%
65% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits46.5%
Premature Death11,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access36.1%
Healthcare Facilities45
Saulsbury has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density405/sq mi
Coordinates35.0488°N, 89.0883°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+79.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density405/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants38
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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