Central CDP, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Central CDP, Tennessee Demographics
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As of 2026, Central CDP, Tennessee has a total population of 1,944, the 217th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $42,292, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Central CDP Quick Facts

Population 1,944

Median Household Income $42,292

Median Home Value $126,700

Poverty Rate 14.0%

Unemployment Rate 6.3%

Median Age 52.5 years

Homeownership Rate 78.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.2%

High School Graduation Rate 89.8%

Diversity Index 4/100

Population 1,944 217th of 504

Median Income $42,292 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 14.0% 13% higher national

Median Home Value $126,700 bottom 30%

How Central CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Central CDP

$42,292

$67,097

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Central CDP

$126,700

$256,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 37.1%

$25K-$50K 16.1%

$50K-$100K 31.9%

$100K+ 14.9%

Employment

6.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7% | National: 5.2%

51.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.0%

Renter 22.0%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.3%

18-34

16.7%

35-54

20.9%

55-74

38.9%

75+

8.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Central CDP Rankings in Tennessee

#217 Population of 504

#377 Median Income of 504

#298 Education of 504

#358 Home Value of 504

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Cities Similar to Central CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Halls town	1,984	$40,735	$100,200	6.8%	18.2%
Tracy City town	1,924	$38,250	$116,000	14.3%	19.8%
Greenfield city	2,085	$41,798	$88,400	19.7%	17.2%
Jellico city	1,821	$41,111	$143,000	19.5%	24.8%
Biltmore CDP	1,998	$49,280	$117,800	16.4%	14.5%

Population Overview

Central CDP is a small community located in Tennessee. The total population is 1,944. It ranks as the 217th most populous out of 504 cities and towns in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Central CDP is 52.5 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Central CDP is $42,292. This is 37% lower than the state median of $67,097. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 46% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 33% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $126,700. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $256,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Central CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 7.1%.

Education

14.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 30.4%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Central CDP, Tennessee is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Tennessee state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 504 Census-designated places in Tennessee. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Central CDP, Tennessee?

Central CDP, Tennessee has a population of 1,944 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Central CDP, TN?

The median household income in Central CDP is $42,292, which is 46% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Central CDP, TN?

The poverty rate in Central CDP is 14.0%. This means approximately 273 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Central CDP, Tennessee?

Central CDP's population is 98.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Central CDP, TN?

The median home value in Central CDP is $126,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Central CDP, Tennessee?

14.2% of adults (25+) in Central CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.