Bell Buckle, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bell Buckle, Tennessee had a total population of 529, the 382nd largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $86,250, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.
Bell Buckle Quick Facts
How Bell Buckle Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 654 | 529 | -19.1% |
| Median household income | $83,452 | $86,250 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $321,400 | $306,600 | -4.6% |
How Bell Buckle Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bell Buckle Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Bedford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelbyville | 24,661 | $55,073 | 20.7% | $244,000 |
| Unionville | 1,275 | $70,541 | 1.4% | $280,500 |
| Wartrace | 630 | $50,417 | 23.2% | $206,800 |
| Normandy | 106 | $59,792 | 19.8% | $202,800 |
Cities Similar to Bell Buckle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkrange | 554 | N/A | $326,800 | 29.3% | 41.5% |
| Hillsboro | 555 | N/A | $273,900 | 21.7% | 15.9% |
| Gilt Edge | 516 | $77,031 | $192,600 | 15.7% | 14.5% |
| Darden | 582 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 7.0% |
| Griffith Creek | 586 | N/A | N/A | 3.8% | 21.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 529, Bell Buckle's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bell Buckle is a small community located in Tennessee, within Bedford County. The total population is 529. It ranks as the 382nd most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bell Buckle is 29.7 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bell Buckle is $86,250. This is 24% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $306,600. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 75.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bell Buckle has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.2%. The Black or African American population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
30.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% lower 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bell Buckle, 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 Bell Buckle, Tennessee?
Bell Buckle, Tennessee has a population of 529 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bell Buckle, TN?
The median household income in Bell Buckle is $86,250, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bell Buckle, TN?
The poverty rate in Bell Buckle is 11.8%. This means approximately 62 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bell Buckle, Tennessee?
Bell Buckle's population is 85.3% White, 3.6% Black, 7.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bell Buckle, TN?
The median home value in Bell Buckle is $306,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Bell Buckle, Tennessee?
30.1% of adults (25+) in Bell Buckle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.