Investor-grade market analytics for Dayton, Tennessee. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through July 2026.
$264,746
+4.0% year-over-year
4.8%
gross annual
+3.9%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+3.9% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Bottom 47% nationally
In-migrants avg $54,487 AGI vs out-migrants $51,128
Opportunity Zone Market
2 ZIP codes in Dayton are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Dayton, TN shows steady growth at 4.0% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.76x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 4.76% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Dayton, TN's primary climate exposure is wind storms (50/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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