Sullivan Gardens, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Sullivan Gardens is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,334. Residents earn $43,574 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,334 Population 534/sq mi density
$43,574 Median Income $34,501 per capita
$183,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$43,574 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$183,500 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,574
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,334
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density534/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,574
Per Capita$34,501
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$9,174M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$183,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation1,306 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Libraries3

Is Sullivan Gardens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sullivan Gardens receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sullivan Gardens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sullivan Gardens is $43,574, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sullivan Gardens is $183,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sullivan Gardens enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sullivan Gardens has a population of 1,334 with a density of 534 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

1,334
Total Population
534
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sullivan Gardens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sullivan Gardens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sullivan Gardens is $43,574, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Sullivan Gardens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,574
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,501
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$75,176

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,896
County GDP$9,174M

Business (County)

Restaurants345
Healthcare416
Retail534
Manufacturing101

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,203
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sullivan Gardens is $183,500, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,500
35% below US avg
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$213
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,203
20% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Sullivan Gardens, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sullivan Gardens vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression33.4%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death10,757/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities416

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Sullivan Gardens has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,306 ft (398 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density534/sq mi
Coordinates36.4877°N, 82.5911°W
County FIPS47179
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density534/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities416
Restaurants345
Retail Stores534

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

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