Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Wartburg is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,266. Residents earn $24,833 per year, which is 67% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wartburg receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wartburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Wartburg is $24,833, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Wartburg is $181,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Wartburg 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 548 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.
16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Wartburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $24,833 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $17,401 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $864 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,962 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 33.9% |
| 173% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 245 |
| County GDP | $461M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,770 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.53% |
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.3% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $181,000 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $215,730 |
| Median List Price | $250,000 |
| Median List Price | $250,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $172 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 89.2% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $658 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 32.3% |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 34.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,770 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
| Obesity | 44.1% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.4% |
| Depression | 31.8% |
| Mental Distress | 23.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,305/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 10.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 547.7/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 438.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 109.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.4 inches |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,311 ft (400 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1040°N, 84.5864°W |
| County FIPS | 47129 |
Winner: Republican by 74.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.3% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,120/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 72.5% |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 38 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 22.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.3% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |