Sneedville, TN

Tennessee

Sneedville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,649. Residents earn $23,482 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
1,649 Population 717/sq mi density
$23,482 Median Income $16,308 per capita
$97,900 Home Value $157,570 Zillow
$614 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
294 Violent Crime/100K 4,415 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$23,482 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$97,900 home value, $614/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
294 violent crimes/100K (23% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,482
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,900
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 294/100K
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $614
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.2%
248% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,649
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density717/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

D
Median Income$23,482
Per Capita$16,308
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty43.2%
County GDP$124M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$97,900
Rent$614
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,570

Crime

F
Violent294/100K
Property4,415/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault294/100K
Burglary662/100K

Health

Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.7%
Heart Disease9.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation1,210 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+79.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Sneedville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sneedville receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sneedville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sneedville is $23,482, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 43.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sneedville is $97,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $614 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Sneedville is below the national average at 294 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,415 per 100,000, 125% above the national average.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sneedville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sneedville has a population of 1,649 with a density of 717 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

1,649
Total Population
717
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sneedville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sneedville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sneedville is $23,482, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 43.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Sneedville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,482
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,308
Avg Weekly Wage$660
IRS Avg AGI$43,761

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate43.2%
248% above US avg
Establishments (County)114
County GDP$124M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare9
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sneedville is $97,900, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $614 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,570.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,900
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,570

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$614
47% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.3%

Property Tax

In Sneedville, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.7% report depression. 38.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease9.4%
High Blood Pressure43.7%
Asthma12.7%
COPD15.7%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity38.8%
Depression35.7%
Mental Distress26.5%
Physical Distress21.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death15,408/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access1.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
Sneedville has a violent crime rate of 294 per 100,000 residents, 23% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,415 per 100,000 (125% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Sneedville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent294.3/100K
23% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault294.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,415.0/100K
125% above US avg
Burglary662.3/100K
Theft3,679.2/100K
Vehicle Theft73.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sneedville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,210 ft (369 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density717/sq mi
Coordinates36.5357°N, 83.2100°W
County FIPS47067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88%
D 11.5%

Winner: Republican by 76.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+79.8%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density717/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants6
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home2.5%

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