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Charlotte, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Charlotte, Tennessee had a total population of 2,164, the 205th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $58,750, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Charlotte Quick Facts

Population 2,164
Median Household Income $58,750
Median Home Value $252,900
Poverty Rate 11.7%
Unemployment Rate 7.0%
Median Age 36.8 years
Homeownership Rate 81.2%
Affordability Ratio 4.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.0%
High School Graduation Rate 85.8%
Diversity Index 23/100
Population 2,164 205th of 502
Median Income $58,750 average
Poverty Rate 11.7% 6% lower than national
Median Home Value $252,900 top 30%

How Charlotte Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,8642,164+16.1%
Median household income$57,656$58,750+1.9%
Median home value$232,700$252,900+8.7%

How Charlotte Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.7%
$25K-$50K 30.6%
$50K-$100K 35.6%
$100K+ 20.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.5%
$10K-$15K
3.1%
$15K-$20K
5.2%
$20K-$25K
1.9%
$25K-$30K
7.7%
$30K-$35K
0.5%
$35K-$40K
2.7%
$40K-$45K
12.7%
$45K-$50K
7.1%
$50K-$60K
6.3%
$60K-$75K
16.2%
$75K-$100K
13.2%
$100K-$125K
4.2%
$125K-$150K
4.1%
$150K-$200K
7.1%
$200K+
4.7%

Employment

7.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
44.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.2%
Renter 18.8%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $878/mo 17.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

23out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Charlotte Rankings in Tennessee

#205 Population of 502
#219 Median Income of 453
#298 Education of 502
#139 Home Value of 464

Other Cities in Dickson County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Dickson 16,424 $69,678 12.8% $292,600
White Bluff 4,080 $69,483 10.2% $279,900
Burns 1,884 $69,167 9.2% $286,400
Vanleer 666 $67,375 11.3% $225,000
Slayden 189 N/A 19.1% $275,000

Cities Similar to Charlotte

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Vonore2,191$58,317$290,90018.0%10.1%
Bluff City2,225$61,059$157,40015.0%15.3%
Valley Forge2,136$54,631$158,10010.0%15.1%
Dyer2,217$54,766$113,50015.9%16.7%
Caryville2,073$56,394$200,50010.9%18.4%

Population Overview

Charlotte is a small community located in Tennessee, within Dickson County. The total population is 2,164. It ranks as the 205th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Charlotte is 36.8 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Charlotte is $58,750. This is 16% 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 11.7%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $252,900. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 81.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Charlotte has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (6.0%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 85.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Charlotte, 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 Charlotte, Tennessee?

Charlotte, Tennessee has a population of 2,164 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Charlotte, TN?

The median household income in Charlotte is $58,750, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Charlotte, TN?

The poverty rate in Charlotte is 11.7%. This means approximately 216 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Charlotte, Tennessee?

Charlotte's population is 87.7% White, 6.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Charlotte, TN?

The median home value in Charlotte is $252,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Charlotte, Tennessee?

15.0% of adults (25+) in Charlotte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.