Median Income
$41,455
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$196,500
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$695
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.3%
25% lower than US avg
How Unicoi Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,815
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density236/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B
Median Income$41,455
Per Capita$31,829
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$813M
Commute31 min
Housing
A
Home Value$196,500
Rent$695
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,034
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation1,913 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.09
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute31 min
Libraries1
Is Unicoi a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Unicoi receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Unicoi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Unicoi is $41,455, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Unicoi is $196,500, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Unicoi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Unicoi has a population of 3,815 with a density of 236 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.9% Hispanic.
Population
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
The median household income in Unicoi is $41,455, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,455 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,829 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,095 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,024 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 338 |
| County GDP | $813M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,867 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.8% |
The median home value in Unicoi is $196,500, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $695 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,034.
Home Values
| Census Median | $196,500 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $275,034 |
| Median List Price | $376,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $376,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $81 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $695 |
| 40% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $893 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,398 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,548 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,867 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.46% |
In Unicoi, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Unicoi vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.9% |
| Depression | 31.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 13,765/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Unicoi vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Unicoi has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.0 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,913 ft (583 m) |
| Area | 16.2 sq mi (41.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 236/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2218°N, 82.3292°W |
| County FIPS | 47171 |