Camden, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Camden, Tennessee had a total population of 3,678, the 142nd largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $55,029, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Camden Quick Facts
How Camden 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 | 3,664 | 3,678 | +0.4% |
| Median household income | $48,700 | $55,029 | +13.0% |
| Median home value | $123,600 | $155,200 | +25.6% |
How Camden 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+)
Camden Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Benton County
Cities Similar to Camden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatlinburg | 3,663 | $53,475 | $332,000 | 31.8% | 13.5% |
| Dandridge | 3,538 | $53,507 | $259,100 | 16.3% | 15.1% |
| Centerville | 3,535 | $59,167 | $213,400 | 9.5% | 9.6% |
| Hohenwald | 3,884 | $51,440 | $125,600 | 8.9% | 20.4% |
| Oneida | 3,819 | $48,622 | $170,600 | 15.2% | 28.1% |
Population Overview
Camden is a small community located in Tennessee, within Benton County. The total population is 3,678. It ranks as the 142nd most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Camden is 40.4 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Camden is $55,029. This is 21% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.8%. This is 44% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $155,200. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $286,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Camden is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Camden has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 88.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Camden, 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 Camden, Tennessee?
Camden, Tennessee has a population of 3,678 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Camden, TN?
The median household income in Camden is $55,029, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Camden, TN?
The poverty rate in Camden is 19.8%. This means approximately 697 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Camden, Tennessee?
Camden's population is 87.1% White, 3.6% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Camden, TN?
The median home value in Camden is $155,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Camden, Tennessee?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Camden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.