Sunbright, TN

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
785 Population 222/sq mi density
$56,058 Median Income $20,678 per capita
$130,000 Home Value $197,871 Zillow
$694 Median Rent 21.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,058 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $694/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,058
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.3%
96% higher than US avg

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

People

Population785
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density222/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,058
Per Capita$20,678
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty24.3%
County GDP$461M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,871
Rent Burden21.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.5%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Elevation1,396 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+71.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute30 min
Libraries6

Is Sunbright a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Sunbright has a population of 785 with a density of 222 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

785
Total Population
222
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunbright vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunbright vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunbright is $56,058, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Sunbright vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,058
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,678
Avg Weekly Wage$864
IRS Avg AGI$54,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.3%
96% above US avg
Establishments (County)245
County GDP$461M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare19
Retail38
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,770
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunbright is $130,000, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,871.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,871

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% below US avg
Rent Burden21.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,770
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Sunbright, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.5% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.4%
41% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma12.2%
COPD12.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression34.5%
Mental Distress25.1%
Physical Distress19.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death13,305/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access10.5%
Healthcare Facilities19
Sunbright has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Sunbright has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.4 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,396 ft (426 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates36.2427°N, 84.6800°W
County FIPS47129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.8%
D 12.3%

Winner: Republican by 74.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+71.9%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density222/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants13
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home11.8%

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