Median Income
$38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$66,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.0%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.7%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Tatums Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population155
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density78/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
B
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$17,258
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$2,031M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$66,700
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,927
Health
Obesity47.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation967 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.0%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute19 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries5
Is Tatums a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tatums receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tatums offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tatums is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tatums is $66,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
1.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Tatums enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Tatums has a population of 155 with a density of 78 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (87.1%), with 12.9% Hispanic.
Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Tatums is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $38,750 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,258 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,081 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,899 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 860 |
| County GDP | $2,031M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Healthcare | 73 |
| Retail | 114 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,084 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.12% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in Tatums is $66,700, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,927.
Home Values
| Census Median | $66,700 |
| 76% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $146,927 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,084 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.12% |
In Tatums, 47.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 37.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tatums vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.7% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.1% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.0% |
| Depression | 18.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.1% |
| Premature Death | 14,332/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 73 |
Crime Rates: Tatums vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Tatums has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.0 inches |
| 3% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 967 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 78/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4776°N, 97.4646°W |
| County FIPS | 40049 |