Summertown, TN

Tennessee

Summertown is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 793. Residents earn $82,695 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
793 Population 395/sq mi density
$82,695 Median Income $37,480 per capita
$196,300 Home Value $296,665 Zillow
$876 Median Rent 10.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,695 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,300 home value, $876/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,695
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $196,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $876
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population793
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density395/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,695
Per Capita$37,480
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$495M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,300
Rent$876
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,665
Rent Burden10.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation1,012 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries1

Is Summertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summertown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Summertown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summertown is $82,695, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summertown is $196,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $876 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Summertown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Summertown has a population of 793 with a density of 395 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

793
Total Population
395
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Summertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summertown is $82,695, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Summertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,695
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,480
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$60,005

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)290
County GDP$495M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,550
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Summertown is $196,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $876 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,665.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,300
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$296,665

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$876
25% below US avg
Rent Burden10.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,550
27% below US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Summertown, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death13,691/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access46.9%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Summertown has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,012 ft (308 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density395/sq mi
Coordinates35.4344°N, 87.3085°W
County FIPS47101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.6-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 16.8%

Winner: Republican by 65.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density395/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants23
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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