Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
South Pittsburg is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 3,040. Residents earn $54,347 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Based on current data, South Pittsburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. South Pittsburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in South Pittsburg is $54,347, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in South Pittsburg is $160,700, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in South Pittsburg is below the national average at 160 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 801 per 100,000, 59% below the national average.
8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
South Pittsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $54,347 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,728 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,226 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 588 |
| County GDP | $1,192M |
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 104 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,759 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.34% |
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
| Census Median | $160,700 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,086 |
| Census Median Rent | $796 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,759 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.34% |
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.9% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.1% |
| Depression | 31.7% |
| Mental Distress | 23.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,069/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
| Total Violent | 160.3/100K |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 32.1/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 128.2/100K |
| Total Property | 801.3/100K |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 224.4/100K |
| Theft | 480.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 96.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 67.0 inches |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,048 ft (319 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 370/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0112°N, 85.7182°W |
| County FIPS | 47115 |
Winner: Republican by 55.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.4% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 370/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Retail Stores | 104 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |