Bartlett, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bartlett, Tennessee had a total population of 56,876, the 11th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $102,070, which is 47% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.1%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 47% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Tennessee.
Bartlett Quick Facts
How Bartlett Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 59,102 | 56,876 | -3.8% |
| Median household income | $104,226 | $102,070 | No clear change (-2.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $227,804 | $310,400 | +36.3% |
| Median gross rent | $1,702 | $1,638 | No clear change (-3.8%) |
How Bartlett Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 68.8%
- Black: 19.7%
- Hispanic: 4.4%
- Asian: 3.9%
- Other: 0.3%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 4.9%
- HS Diploma: 29.5%
- Some College: 21.1%
- Associate's: 8.8%
- Bachelor's: 22.6%
- Graduate+: 13.2%
Bartlett Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Shelby County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | 618,980 | $51,736 | 23.1% | $169,000 |
| Collierville | 51,515 | $138,598 | 3.2% | $485,900 |
| Germantown | 40,673 | $149,920 | 2.7% | $470,800 |
| Arlington | 15,205 | $135,105 | 4.9% | $424,400 |
| Lakeland | 14,192 | $116,250 | 3.2% | $388,900 |
| Millington | 11,289 | $49,979 | 16.5% | $207,300 |
Cities Similar to Bartlett
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill | 55,765 | $112,013 | $493,800 | 50.3% | 4.3% |
| Smyrna | 56,692 | $81,926 | $358,300 | 27.8% | 12.5% |
| Hendersonville | 63,091 | $97,200 | $430,700 | 43.9% | 6.3% |
| Collierville | 51,515 | $138,598 | $485,900 | 62.5% | 3.2% |
| Gallatin | 48,532 | $77,518 | $372,000 | 33.5% | 13.0% |
Population Overview
Bartlett is a mid-sized community located in Tennessee, within Shelby County. The total population is 56,876. It ranks as the 11th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bartlett is 41.2 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bartlett is $102,070. This is 47% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 26% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.1%. This is 63% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $310,400. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bartlett is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 19.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.9% vs 1.9%).
Education
35.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 31.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bartlett, Tennessee is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Tennessee state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bartlett, Tennessee?
Bartlett, Tennessee has a population of 56,876 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bartlett, TN?
The median household income in Bartlett is $102,070, which is 26% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bartlett, TN?
The poverty rate in Bartlett is 5.1%. This means approximately 2,831 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bartlett, Tennessee?
Bartlett's population is 68.8% White, 19.7% Black, 4.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bartlett, TN?
The median home value in Bartlett is $310,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Bartlett, Tennessee?
35.7% of adults (25+) in Bartlett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.