Watertown, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Wilson County County
Watertown, TN
At a Glance
How Watertown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Watertown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Watertown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Watertown residents earn a median household income of $62,991 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,044. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,714 business establishments, including 303 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Watertown is $228,400 , 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $424,093. Median rent is $1,036/month, with 28.1% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Watertown reports 185 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,233/100K.
Education
14.6% of adults in Watertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 89.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Watertown has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.