Centertown, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Centertown, Tennessee had a total population of 263, the 437th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $53,333, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Centertown Quick Facts
How Centertown 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 | 258 | 263 | +1.9% |
| Median household income | $54,271 | $53,333 | -1.7% |
| Median home value | $158,300 | $196,400 | +24.1% |
How Centertown 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+)
Centertown Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Warren County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMinnville | 13,844 | $47,179 | 20.7% | $182,200 |
| Morrison | 850 | $37,500 | 42.8% | $187,500 |
| Viola | 144 | $48,068 | 24.3% | $262,500 |
Cities Similar to Centertown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairgarden | 262 | N/A | N/A | 21.5% | 0.0% |
| Taft | 251 | N/A | N/A | 15.6% | 47.8% |
| Hickman | 276 | N/A | $432,400 | 40.3% | 26.1% |
| Counce | 276 | $54,565 | $159,200 | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| Iron City | 282 | N/A | $41,000 | 0.0% | 47.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 263, Centertown'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
Centertown is a small community located in Tennessee, within Warren County. The total population is 263. It ranks as the 437th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Centertown is 44.3 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Centertown is $53,333. This is 23% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $196,400. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 86.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Centertown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.2%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
16.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 90.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Centertown, 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 Centertown, Tennessee?
Centertown, Tennessee has a population of 263 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Centertown, TN?
The median household income in Centertown is $53,333, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Centertown, TN?
The poverty rate in Centertown is 16.0%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Centertown, Tennessee?
Centertown's population is 88.6% White, 0.8% Black, 7.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Centertown, TN?
The median home value in Centertown is $196,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Centertown, Tennessee?
16.5% of adults (25+) in Centertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.