Wartburg, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Morgan County County
Wartburg, TN
At a Glance
How Wartburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wartburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wartburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wartburg residents earn a median household income of $24,833 , which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,401. The unemployment rate stands at 12.5% (247% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 33.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 245 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wartburg is $181,000 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $219,439. Median rent is $658/month, with 32.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Wartburg reports 378 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 126/100K.
Education
16.3% of adults in Wartburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 80.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wartburg has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches.