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%
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
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Summertown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 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.
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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 290 |
| County GDP | $495M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,550 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
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 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 Burden | 10.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,550 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.30% |
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
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 32.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,691/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Summertown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,012 ft (308 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 395/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4344°N, 87.3085°W |
| County FIPS | 47101 |