Home Value $168,800

40% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.8%

77% lower than US avg

Median Rent $700

40% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.9%

52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population128

Median Age49.5 yrs

Density84/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans12.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$30,839

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty5.9%

County GDP$2,981M

Commute38 min

Housing

Home Value$168,800

Rent$700

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units81

Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured12.8%

Smoking20.6%

Depression31.0%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain51.1 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation736 ft (224 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.8%

High School+79.4%

Graduate+2.4%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%

Commute38 min

Broadband63.0%

Libraries1

Is Slayden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Slayden receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Slayden faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Slayden is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Slayden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Slayden has a population of 128 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

128

Total Population

People / sq mi

49.5yrs

Median Age

27% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Slayden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.6%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.4%
	90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Slayden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Slayden is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Slayden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$30,839
Avg Weekly Wage	$995
IRS Avg AGI	$70,790

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.9%
	52% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,422
County GDP	$2,981M

Business (County)

Restaurants	126
Healthcare	118
Retail	198
Manufacturing	47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,083
	12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	37.6 min
Drive Alone	83.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Slayden is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$168,800
	40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$158
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.0%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$700
	40% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	66.7%
Housing Units	81
Median Year Built	1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,083
	12% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.83%

In Slayden, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 31.0% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	11.3%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	34.8%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.6%
	47% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	27.9%
Depression	31.0%
Mental Distress	21.6%
Physical Distress	15.4%
Short Sleep	40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.8%
Uninsured	12.8%
	49% above US avg
Checkup Rate	73.3%
Dental Visits	50.7%
Premature Death	11,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	52.5%
Healthcare Facilities	118

Slayden has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.7°F
	9% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.1 inches
	34% above US avg
Snowfall	1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	736 ft (224 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density	84/sq mi
Coordinates	36.2913°N, 87.4656°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47043

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.9-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%

D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 51.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.8%
	77% below US avg
High School+	79.4%
Graduate Degree+	2.4%
School Test Score	5.08

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	84/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	63.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	118
Restaurants	126
Retail Stores	198

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	37.6 min
Drive Alone	83.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.6%

Slayden, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Slayden a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Slayden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Slayden vs U.S. Average

Income: Slayden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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