McNairy County
TN · Pop. 25,933 · Suburban County
McNairy County, Tennessee covers 563 square miles with a population of 25,933 and a density of 46.1 people per square mile. The agricultural economy is rated moderate, built on soybeans, cotton, hay. The median home price is $151,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.39%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 7b with a 203-day growing season, average summer highs of 89°F and average winter lows of 30.8°F. Annual rainfall averages 57.7 inches, and with drought risk rated high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Magnolia Regional Health Center is 16.6 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 84.3% of homes. On the hazard side, tornado risk is very high, drought risk is high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 203-day growing season in USDA zone 7b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.39% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A median home price of $151,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
Cons
- Tornado risk is very high, so a storm shelter and wind-resistant structures are practical necessities.
- The nearest hospital, Magnolia Regional Health Center, is 16.6 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
At a glance
McNairy County, TN is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 73/100
- Median home price
- $151k
- Property tax
- 0.39%
- Growing season
- 203 days (zone 7b)
- Annual rainfall
- 57.7"
- Broadband
- 84.3%
- Nearest hospital
- Magnolia Regional Health Center, 16.6 mi
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Homesteading in McNairy County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in McNairy County?
- McNairy County is in USDA hardiness zone 7b with a 203-day growing season, average summer highs of 89°F, and average winter lows of 30.8°F. The established crops are soybeans, cotton, hay.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $151,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.39%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 84.3% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Magnolia Regional Health Center is 16.6 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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