Briceville, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Briceville, Tennessee had a total population of 175, the 454th largest community in Tennessee. The poverty rate is 25.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Briceville Quick Facts
How Briceville 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 | 209 | 175 | -16.3% |
How Briceville 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+)
Briceville Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Anderson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge | 32,693 | $72,311 | 12.2% | $270,200 |
| Clinton | 10,239 | $68,882 | 12.7% | $225,000 |
| Oliver Springs | 3,281 | $51,183 | 17.0% | $180,900 |
| Rocky Top | 1,607 | $32,868 | 36.6% | $149,100 |
| Norris | 1,485 | $75,515 | 6.6% | $315,900 |
| Andersonville | 353 | N/A | 22.7% | $340,400 |
Cities Similar to Briceville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale | 175 | $62,083 | $103,100 | 15.0% | 13.3% |
| Mitchellville | 176 | $40,000 | $157,800 | 3.1% | 33.0% |
| Big Rock | 163 | $77,344 | $234,100 | 10.1% | 8.6% |
| Enville | 163 | N/A | $137,500 | 19.1% | 17.4% |
| Slayden | 189 | N/A | $275,000 | 22.4% | 19.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 175, Briceville'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
Briceville is a small community located in Tennessee, within Anderson County. The total population is 175. It ranks as the 454th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Briceville is 48.6 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.7%. This is 87% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 8.0%. This is 71% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 94.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Briceville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.0%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 54.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Briceville, 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 Briceville, Tennessee?
Briceville, Tennessee has a population of 175 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Briceville, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Briceville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Briceville, TN?
The poverty rate in Briceville is 25.7%. This means approximately 45 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Briceville, Tennessee?
Briceville's population is 89.1% White, 0.0% Black, 8.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Briceville, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Briceville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Briceville, Tennessee?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Briceville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.