Toone, TN

Tennessee

Toone is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 294. Residents earn $37,292 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
294 Population 280/sq mi density
$37,292 Median Income $19,895 per capita
$79,200 Home Value $176,133 Zillow
$758 Median Rent 36.8% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
855 Violent Crime/100K 1,140 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$37,292 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,200 home value, $758/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
855 violent crimes/100K (125% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,292
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,200
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 855/100K
125% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $758
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.1%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population294
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,292
Per Capita$19,895
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty30.0%
County GDP$821M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,200
Rent$758
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,133
Rent Burden36.8%

Crime

F
Violent855/100K
Property1,140/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault570/100K
Burglary570/100K

Health

Obesity44.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Elevation459 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+76.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband74.5%
Libraries4

Is Toone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toone receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Toone has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toone is $37,292, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toone is $79,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $758 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 855 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,140 per 100,000, 42% below the national average.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Toone enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Toone has a population of 294 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65%), with 32% Black.

Population

294
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Toone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Toone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toone is $37,292, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Toone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,292
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,895
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$43,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$821M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare39
Retail64
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,070
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Toone is $79,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,133.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,200
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,133

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$758
35% below US avg
Rent Burden36.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,070
41% below US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Toone, 44.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.1%
37% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure41.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death15,497/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access16.3%
Healthcare Facilities39
Toone has a violent crime rate of 855 per 100,000 residents, 125% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,140 per 100,000 (42% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent854.7/100K
125% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery284.9/100K
Assault569.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,139.6/100K
42% below US avg
Burglary569.8/100K
Theft284.9/100K
Vehicle Theft284.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Toone has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates35.3565°N, 88.9542°W
County FIPS47069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin. 74.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants29
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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