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Woodland Mills, TN

Tennessee

Woodland Mills is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 584. Residents earn $77,368 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
584 Population 460/sq mi density
$77,368 Median Income $28,696 per capita
$125,300 Home Value $155,984 Zillow
$869 Median Rent 14.9% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,368 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,300 home value, $869/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,368
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $125,300
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $869
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population584
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density460/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,368
Per Capita$28,696
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$286M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,300
Rent$869
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,984
Housing Units184
Rent Burden14.9%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking20.4%
Depression32.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation372 ft (113 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute20 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries2

Is Woodland Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodland Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Woodland Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodland Mills is $77,368, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodland Mills is $125,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodland Mills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Woodland Mills has a population of 584 with a density of 460 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 6.7% Black.

Population

584
Total Population
460
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodland Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodland Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodland Mills is $77,368, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Woodland Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,368
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,696
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$45,548

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)214
County GDP$286M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare14
Retail29
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,250
64% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodland Mills is $125,300, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,984.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,984

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$869
25% below US avg
Rent Burden14.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%
Housing Units184
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,250
64% below US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Woodland Mills, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 32.3% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Woodland Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression32.3%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death17,913/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access43.2%
Healthcare Facilities14
Woodland Mills has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.8 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.8 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation372 ft (113 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates36.4767°N, 89.1104°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS21075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density460/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants15
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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