Woodbury, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Woodbury is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,747. Residents earn $51,506 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,747 Population 1,387/sq mi density
$51,506 Median Income $26,507 per capita
$195,600 Home Value $310,741 Zillow
$692 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
549 Violent Crime/100K 914 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,506 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$195,600 home value, $692/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
549 violent crimes/100K (44% above avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,506
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,600
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 549/100K
44% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.8%
68% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,747
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,387/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,506
Per Capita$26,507
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty20.8%
County GDP$431M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,600
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$310,741

Crime

F
Violent549/100K
Property914/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault549/100K
Burglary293/100K

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Elevation733 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute32 min
Libraries2

Is Woodbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbury receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Woodbury has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbury is $51,506, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 20.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodbury is $195,600, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 549 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 914 per 100,000, 53% below the national average.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodbury enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Woodbury has a population of 2,747 with a density of 1,387 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 3.7% Black.

Population

2,747
Total Population
1,387
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbury is $51,506, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Woodbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,506
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,507
Avg Weekly Wage$912
IRS Avg AGI$61,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.8%
68% above US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$431M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare24
Retail38
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,631
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbury is $195,600, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $310,741.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,600
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$310,741
Median List Price$320,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$320,000
$/Sq Ft$195
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
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-Occupied56.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,631
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Woodbury, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.0% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression32.0%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death15,228/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Healthcare Facilities24
Woodbury has a violent crime rate of 549 per 100,000 residents, 44% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 914 per 100,000 (53% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent548.7/100K
44% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault548.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property914.4/100K
53% below US avg
Burglary292.6/100K
Theft512.1/100K
Vehicle Theft109.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodbury has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.6 inches
52% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation733 ft (223 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density1,387/sq mi
Coordinates35.8247°N, 86.0724°W
County FIPS47015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.5%

Winner: Republican by 66.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,387/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants14
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Work from Home7.3%

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