Cottontown, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cottontown, Tennessee had a total population of 374, the 410th largest community in Tennessee. The poverty rate is 3.7%.
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.7% — among the lowest in Tennessee.
- Unemployment rate of 34.4% is notably above the national average.
Cottontown Quick Facts
How Cottontown 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 | 320 | 374 | No clear change (+16.9%) |
| Median home value¹ | $317,646 | $441,700 | No clear change (+39.1%) |
How Cottontown 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: 94.1%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 5.9%
- 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: 12.9%
- HS Diploma: 5.9%
- Some College: 43.7%
- Associate's: 2.8%
- Bachelor's: 23.1%
- Graduate+: 11.5%
Cottontown Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Sumner County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville | 63,091 | $97,200 | 6.3% | $430,700 |
| Gallatin | 48,532 | $77,518 | 13.0% | $372,000 |
| White House | 14,631 | $90,019 | 7.0% | $344,800 |
| Portland | 13,449 | $72,647 | 11.2% | $282,200 |
| Millersville | 5,836 | $71,789 | 10.5% | $309,900 |
| Shackle Island | 4,404 | $130,125 | 6.7% | $540,400 |
| Westmoreland | 2,845 | $59,405 | 13.9% | $241,700 |
| Castalian Springs | 678 | $57,917 | 9.3% | $283,100 |
| Walnut Grove (Sumner County) | 575 | $101,806 | 0.0% | $502,300 |
| Fairfield | 351 | N/A | 24.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Cottontown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leoma | 374 | $87,569 | $401,700 | 31.6% | 1.3% |
| Parrottsville | 374 | $48,452 | $134,400 | 16.9% | 28.2% |
| Walland | 377 | $63,906 | $271,100 | 22.9% | 0.0% |
| Garland | 370 | $69,688 | $234,200 | 13.8% | 7.0% |
| Mayland | 365 | N/A | $103,900 | 0.0% | 11.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 374, Cottontown'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
Cottontown is a small community located in Tennessee, within Sumner County. The total population is 374. It ranks as the 410th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cottontown is 40.8 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 3.7%. This is 73% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 34.4%. This is 636% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $441,700. Housing costs are 54% higher than the state median of $286,700. 74.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cottontown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%.
Education
34.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% higher 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 87.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cottontown, 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 Cottontown, Tennessee?
Cottontown, Tennessee has a population of 374 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cottontown, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cottontown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cottontown, TN?
The poverty rate in Cottontown is 3.7%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cottontown, Tennessee?
Cottontown's population is 94.1% White, 0.0% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cottontown, TN?
The median home value in Cottontown is $441,700.
How educated is Cottontown, Tennessee?
34.6% of adults (25+) in Cottontown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.