Median Income $53,068

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $118,800

58% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.1%

79% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.5%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57

Median Age58.6 yrs

Density79/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans50.0%

Economy

Median Income$53,068

Per Capita$32,098

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,051M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$118,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units38

Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity38.5%

Uninsured6.8%

Smoking16.6%

Depression21.5%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain34.3 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,382 ft (421 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.1%

High School+88.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%

Commute28 min

Broadband33.0%

Libraries3

Is Tennant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tennant receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tennant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tennant is $53,068, 29% below 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 Tennant is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tennant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 30.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tennant has a population of 57 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 58.6 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

58.6yrs

Median Age

51% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%

Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tennant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.3%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.7%
	87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tennant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tennant is $53,068, which is 29% below 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: Tennant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,068
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,098
Avg Weekly Wage	$982
IRS Avg AGI	$77,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	444
County GDP	$1,051M

Business (County)

Restaurants	26
Healthcare	42
Retail	44
Manufacturing	19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,339
	24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.4 min
Drive Alone	96.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tennant is $118,800, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$118,800
	58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$738
1 Bedroom	$788
2 Bedrooms	$989
3 Bedrooms	$1,282
4 Bedrooms	$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.9%
Housing Units	38
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,339
	24% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.65%

In Tennant, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.5%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.8%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.6%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	24.0%
Physical Inactivity	24.0%
Depression	21.5%
Mental Distress	17.7%
Physical Distress	12.2%
Short Sleep	32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.8%
	21% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	63.1%
Premature Death	6,814/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	51.1%
Healthcare Facilities	42

Tennant has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	49.5°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	34.3 inches
	10% below US avg
Snowfall	30.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,382 ft (421 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density	79/sq mi
Coordinates	41.5941°N, 95.4450°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19165

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%

D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.1%
	79% below US avg
High School+	88.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	79/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	33.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	42
Restaurants	26
Retail Stores	44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.4 min
Drive Alone	96.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Tennant a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Tennant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Tennant vs U.S. Average

Income: Tennant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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