Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro, Tennessee Overview

Murfreesboro scores 54.0/100 overall (B), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Tennessee — above the state composite of 46.8. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 73/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 13/100.

Income & Employment in Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro’s median household income of $78,069 is 22% above the Tennessee median of $64,036, and its 2.9% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.3%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 1.4% recently.

Safety in Murfreesboro

At 472.1 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Murfreesboro sits meaningfully below the Tennessee average of 592 — a 25% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2340.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro has a cost of living index of 97.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $365,100. Median monthly rent is $1,376. Renters spend 21.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Murfreesboro

The adult obesity rate in Murfreesboro is 37.3%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.9%. Residents report an average of 20.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Tennessee ranks #43 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro’s high school graduation rate of 95% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 15.2:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,007. The city has 31 public schools serving 28,890 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 63.1°F. Summers average 78.1°F. Winters average 49°F. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches.

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