Centerville, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Centerville, Tennessee had a total population of 3,535, the 148th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $59,167, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
Centerville Quick Facts
How Centerville Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,540 | 3,535 | No clear change (-0.1%) |
| Median household income | $44,771 | $59,167 | No clear change (+32.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $172,668 | $213,400 | +23.6% |
| Median gross rent | $797 | $907 | No clear change (+13.7%) |
How Centerville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 89.2%
- Black: 2.8%
- Hispanic: 6.1%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 13.1%
- HS Diploma: 44.7%
- Some College: 18.0%
- Associate's: 14.7%
- Bachelor's: 5.7%
- Graduate+: 3.8%
Centerville Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Hickman County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Aqua Junction | 1,586 | $43,586 | 12.7% | $187,500 |
| Lyles | 1,385 | $68,036 | 8.7% | $219,100 |
| Wrigley | 50 | N/A | 44.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Centerville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wildwood Lake | 3,495 | $62,722 | $231,700 | 16.0% | 15.0% |
| Dandridge | 3,538 | $53,507 | $259,100 | 16.3% | 15.1% |
| Camden | 3,678 | $55,029 | $155,200 | 12.5% | 19.8% |
| Newbern | 3,289 | $58,455 | $99,700 | 24.9% | 18.0% |
| Mascot | 3,277 | $60,250 | $206,000 | 14.6% | 19.2% |
Population Overview
Centerville is a small community located in Tennessee, within Hickman County. The total population is 3,535. It ranks as the 148th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Centerville is 43.4 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Centerville is $59,167. This is 15% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $213,400. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 68.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Centerville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.1%. The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 86.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Centerville, 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 Centerville, Tennessee?
Centerville, Tennessee has a population of 3,535 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Centerville, TN?
The median household income in Centerville is $59,167, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Centerville, TN?
The poverty rate in Centerville is 9.6%. This means approximately 325 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Centerville, Tennessee?
Centerville's population is 89.2% White, 2.8% Black, 6.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Centerville, TN?
The median home value in Centerville is $213,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Centerville, Tennessee?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Centerville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.