Bluff City, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bluff City, Tennessee had a total population of 2,225, the 200th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $61,059, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bluff City Quick Facts
How Bluff City 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 | 2,268 | 2,225 | -1.9% |
| Median household income | $59,783 | $61,059 | +2.1% |
| Median home value | $147,400 | $157,400 | +6.8% |
How Bluff City 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+)
Bluff City Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Sullivan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson City | 72,222 | $57,254 | 20.3% | $268,200 |
| Kingsport | 56,262 | $52,490 | 20.7% | $234,100 |
| Bristol | 27,636 | $58,162 | 13.6% | $194,500 |
| Bloomingdale | 9,292 | $52,317 | 25.7% | $165,500 |
| Spurgeon | 4,071 | $64,250 | 21.9% | $219,300 |
| Blountville | 3,309 | $54,754 | 8.3% | $177,300 |
| Colonial Heights | 3,258 | $80,148 | 4.7% | $217,100 |
| Walnut Hill | 2,415 | $51,742 | 5.9% | $219,900 |
| Sullivan Gardens | 1,267 | $46,754 | 8.0% | $194,800 |
| Orebank | 816 | $67,740 | 12.5% | $185,100 |
Cities Similar to Bluff City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vonore | 2,191 | $58,317 | $290,900 | 18.0% | 10.1% |
| Charlotte | 2,164 | $58,750 | $252,900 | 15.0% | 11.7% |
| Dyer | 2,217 | $54,766 | $113,500 | 15.9% | 16.7% |
| Gray | 2,237 | $69,947 | $199,400 | 36.8% | 9.8% |
| Carthage | 2,327 | $67,006 | $257,300 | 22.3% | 8.3% |
Population Overview
Bluff City is a small community located in Tennessee, within Sullivan County. The total population is 2,225. It ranks as the 200th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bluff City is 35.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bluff City is $61,059. This is 12% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 44% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $157,400. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $286,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Bluff City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bluff City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 92.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bluff City, 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 Bluff City, Tennessee?
Bluff City, Tennessee has a population of 2,225 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bluff City, TN?
The median household income in Bluff City is $61,059, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bluff City, TN?
The poverty rate in Bluff City is 15.3%. This means approximately 340 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bluff City, Tennessee?
Bluff City's population is 98.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bluff City, TN?
The median home value in Bluff City is $157,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Bluff City, Tennessee?
15.0% of adults (25+) in Bluff City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.