Telford, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Telford is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 875. Residents earn $70,446 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
875 Population 354/sq mi density
$70,446 Median Income $32,576 per capita
$221,300 Home Value $300,407 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,446 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$221,300 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,446
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,300
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population875
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,446
Per Capita$32,576
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$9,174M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,407

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation1,712 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute14 min
Broadband74.4%
Libraries3

Is Telford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Telford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Telford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Telford is $70,446, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Telford is $221,300, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Telford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Telford has a population of 875 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

875
Total Population
354
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.6%
Female 38.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Telford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Telford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Telford is $70,446, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Telford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,446
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,576
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$75,176

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,896
County GDP$9,174M

Business (County)

Restaurants345
Healthcare416
Retail534
Manufacturing101

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,203
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Telford is $221,300, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,407.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,300
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$300,407
Median List Price$270,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$270,000
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio91.8%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,203
20% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Telford, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.9% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression31.9%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.9%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death10,757/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities416

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Telford has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,712 ft (522 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density354/sq mi
Coordinates36.2534°N, 82.5478°W
County FIPS47179
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.5-point margin. 74.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density354/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities416
Restaurants345
Retail Stores534

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

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