Tullahoma, TN

Tennessee

Tullahoma is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 20,672. Residents earn $60,855 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
20,672 Population 882/sq mi density
$60,855 Median Income $31,144 per capita
$228,800 Home Value $289,354 Zillow
$866 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
561 Violent Crime/100K 4,008 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$60,855 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$228,800 home value, $866/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
561 violent crimes/100K (48% above avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,855
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $228,800
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 561/100K
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $866
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population20,672
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density882/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,855
Per Capita$31,144
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$625M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,800
Rent$866
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,354

Crime

F
Violent561/100K
Property4,008/100K
Murder5.3/100K
Assault498/100K
Burglary736/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain60.6 in/yr
Elevation1,061 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute20 min
EV Stations6
Libraries1

Is Tullahoma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tullahoma 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 elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Tullahoma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tullahoma is $60,855, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tullahoma is $228,800, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $866 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 561 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,008 per 100,000, 104% above the national average.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tullahoma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Tullahoma has a population of 20,672 with a density of 882 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 6.5% Black.

Population

20,672
Total Population
882
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
23.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tullahoma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tullahoma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tullahoma is $60,855, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tullahoma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,855
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,144
Avg Weekly Wage$1,171
IRS Avg AGI$73,225

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$625M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare6
Retail14
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,263
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tullahoma is $228,800, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $866 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,354.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,800
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,354
Median List Price$224,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$224,000
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold27
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops17.7%
Inventory124

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$866
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,263
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Tullahoma, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.0% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression31.0%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death7,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access15.4%
Healthcare Facilities6
Tullahoma has a violent crime rate of 561 per 100,000 residents, 48% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,008 per 100,000 (104% above US avg). The murder rate is 5.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent561.2/100K
48% above US avg
Murder5.3/100K
16% below US avg
Rape10.6/100K
Robbery47.7/100K
Assault497.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,008.1/100K
104% above US avg
Burglary736.0/100K
Theft3,102.7/100K
Vehicle Theft169.4/100K
Arson5.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Tullahoma has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.6 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,061 ft (323 m)
Area23.4 sq mi (60.7 km²)
Population Density882/sq mi
Coordinates35.3733°N, 86.2183°W
County FIPS47127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density882/sq mi
Total Area23.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants11
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home6.4%

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