Trimble, TN

Tennessee

Trimble is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 558. Residents earn $57,697 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
558 Population 858/sq mi density
$57,697 Median Income $23,947 per capita
$73,100 Home Value $109,145 Zillow
$773 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,697 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,100 home value, $773/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,697
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,100
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $773
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population558
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,697
Per Capita$23,947
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$1,688M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,100
Rent$773
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,145
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property958/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary319/100K

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Elevation293 ft (89 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+84.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries1

Is Trimble a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trimble receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Trimble offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trimble is $57,697, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trimble is $73,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $773 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Trimble 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 958 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Trimble enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Trimble has a population of 558 with a density of 858 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

558
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Trimble vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Trimble vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trimble is $57,697, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Trimble vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,697
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,947
Avg Weekly Wage$922
IRS Avg AGI$59,211

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)751
County GDP$1,688M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare68
Retail121
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,654
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Trimble is $73,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $773 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,145.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,100
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$109,145

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$773
34% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,654
24% below US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Trimble, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.1% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression34.1%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death12,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access40.1%
Healthcare Facilities68
Trimble has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 958 per 100,000 (51% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Trimble 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 Property958.5/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary319.5/100K
Theft479.2/100K
Vehicle Theft159.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Trimble has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.8 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation293 ft (89 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates36.2020°N, 89.1880°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.1%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+84.4%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants59
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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