Winfield, TN

Tennessee

Winfield is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,166. Residents earn $40,268 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,166 Population 172/sq mi density
$40,268 Median Income $22,829 per capita
$101,000 Home Value $170,023 Zillow
$695 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
420 Violent Crime/100K 2,204 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$40,268 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,000 home value, $695/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
420 violent crimes/100K (10% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,268
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,000
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 420/100K
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $695
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,166
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,268
Per Capita$22,829
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$700M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,000
Rent$695
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,023

Crime

F
Violent420/100K
Property2,204/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault315/100K
Burglary735/100K

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Elevation1,271 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+84.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 10%
Commute35 min
Libraries3

Is Winfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winfield receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Winfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winfield is $40,268, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winfield is $101,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 420 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,204 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Winfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Winfield has a population of 1,166 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

1,166
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Winfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winfield is $40,268, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Winfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,268
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,829
Avg Weekly Wage$799
IRS Avg AGI$51,106

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)456
County GDP$700M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare43
Retail69
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Winfield is $101,000, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $695 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,023.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,000
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,023

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$695
40% 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-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Winfield, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma12.0%
COPD11.8%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression33.9%
Mental Distress24.5%
Physical Distress18.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death13,103/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities43
Winfield has a violent crime rate of 420 per 100,000 residents, 10% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,204 per 100,000 (12% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent419.7/100K
10% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape104.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault314.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,203.6/100K
12% above US avg
Burglary734.5/100K
Theft1,259.2/100K
Vehicle Theft209.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Winfield has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates36.5632°N, 84.4463°W
County FIPS47151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.6%
D 9.8%

Winner: Republican by 79.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+84.0%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants29
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Work from Home2.5%

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