Silerton, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Silerton is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 70. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
70 Population 104/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $30,734 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$692 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $692/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.5%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$30,734
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$524M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units41
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking22.2%
Depression31.5%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation421 ft (128 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.5%
High School+80.0%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute36 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries1

Is Silerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silerton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Silerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silerton is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.0% 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 Silerton is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Silerton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Silerton has a population of 70 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

70
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Silerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Silerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silerton is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Silerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,734
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$57,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$524M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare27
Retail50
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Silerton is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
40% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.9%
Housing Units41
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Silerton, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 22.2% are current smokers. 31.5% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.2%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression31.5%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits54.3%
Premature Death11,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities27
Silerton has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation421 ft (128 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates35.3424°N, 88.8099°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47023
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 34.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.5%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.08
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants28
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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