Selmer, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · McNairy County County
Selmer, TN
At a Glance
How Selmer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Selmer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Selmer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Selmer residents earn a median household income of $48,092 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,311. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 544 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Selmer is $111,600 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,688. Median rent is $671/month, with 21.3% 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
Selmer reports 869 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 129% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,871/100K.
Education
11.4% of adults in Selmer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Selmer has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches.