Blanche, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blanche, Tennessee had a total population of 156, the 460th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $95,179, which is 37% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Tennessee.
- Only 9.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Blanche Quick Facts
How Blanche 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 | 168 | 156 | -7.1% |
| Median household income | $63,375 | $95,179 | +50.2% |
How Blanche 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+)
Blanche Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville | 7,057 | $49,223 | 16.9% | $230,800 |
| Park City | 2,813 | $95,417 | 4.7% | $216,700 |
| Ardmore | 1,073 | $47,188 | 21.6% | $168,100 |
| Flintville | 525 | $55,556 | 9.9% | $236,800 |
| Taft | 251 | N/A | 47.8% | N/A |
| Dellrose | 86 | N/A | 25.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Blanche
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coker Creek | 155 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 63.2% |
| Greenvale | 161 | N/A | $450,000 | 0.0% | 31.7% |
| Chewalla | 150 | N/A | $9,999 | 0.0% | 10.7% |
| Enville | 163 | N/A | $137,500 | 19.1% | 17.4% |
| Briceville | 175 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 25.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 156, Blanche'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
Blanche is a small community located in Tennessee, within Lincoln County. The total population is 156. It ranks as the 460th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blanche is 59.3 years. This is 52% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. Only 4.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Blanche is $95,179. This is 37% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 18% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Blanche, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 57.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Blanche is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Asian residents account for 18.6%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (18.6% vs 1.9%).
Education
9.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 77.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blanche, 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 Blanche, Tennessee?
Blanche, Tennessee has a population of 156 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blanche, TN?
The median household income in Blanche is $95,179, which is 18% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blanche, TN?
The poverty rate in Blanche is 7.0%. This means approximately 11 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blanche, Tennessee?
Blanche's population is 81.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 18.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blanche, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Blanche — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Blanche, Tennessee?
9.8% of adults (25+) in Blanche hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.