Cookeville

Putnam County, Tennessee

Population 83K |Median income $58,912 |1 hospital

Population

82,558

Putnam County

Median Income

$58,912

-13% vs avg

Median Home Value

$282,500

+24% vs avg

Median Age

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

83K+14%

Median Income

$58,912+75%

Median Home Value

$282,500+109%

Poverty Rate

18.4%-31%

Unemployment

3.7%-63%

Economics

Median Rent

$908/mo

Poverty Rate

18.4% +30% vs avg

Unemployment 3.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 29.8%

Work From Home 10.1%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 86.8%

African American 2.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%

Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

37.5%

High Blood Pressure

37%

Short Sleep Duration

36%

Physical Inactivity

25.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.5%

Current Smoking

17.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.2%

Binge Drinking

14.3%

Diabetes

12.4%

Lack of Health Insurance

12.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.4%

Annual Checkup 76.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.9%

Stroke

3.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

COOKEVILLE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

COOKEVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Cookeville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple East Tennessee Counties Until 5:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 13h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Western North Carolina and East Tennessee Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 13h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Knoxville and East Tennessee Through 4:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee and Western North Carolina Through 5:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee Counties Through 3:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Cookeville, TN? ▼

Cookeville, TN has a population of 82,558 people, located in Putnam County, Tennessee.

What is the median household income in Cookeville? ▼

The median household income in Cookeville, TN is $58,912 per year. The poverty rate is 18.4%.

What is the median home value in Cookeville? ▼

The median home value in Cookeville, TN is $282,500. Median rent is $908/month.

What are the top health concerns in Cookeville? ▼

The top health indicators in Cookeville include Obesity (37.5%), High Blood Pressure (37%), Short Sleep Duration (36%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Cookeville? ▼

Cookeville has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Cookeville? ▼

The median age in Cookeville, TN is 36 years. 29.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Cookeville, TN is located in Putnam County, Tennessee. With a population of 83K and a median household income of $58,912, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Cookeville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Putnam County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.