Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Sunbright is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 785. Residents earn $56,058 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sunbright receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sunbright offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sunbright is $56,058, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Sunbright is $130,000, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Sunbright is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.
5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Sunbright enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,058 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,678 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $864 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,962 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.3% |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 245 |
| County GDP | $461M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,770 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.13% |
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
| Census Median | $130,000 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $197,871 |
| Census Median Rent | $694 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 21.5% |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,770 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.13% |
| Obesity | 45.4% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 12.2% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.8% |
| Depression | 34.5% |
| Mental Distress | 25.1% |
| Physical Distress | 19.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,305/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 10.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.4 inches |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,396 ft (426 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 222/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2427°N, 84.6800°W |
| County FIPS | 47129 |
Winner: Republican by 74.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.1% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 222/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 38 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |