Darden, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Darden, Tennessee had a total population of 582, the 367th largest community in Tennessee. The poverty rate is 7.0%.
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 22.8% is notably above the national average.
Darden Quick Facts
How Darden 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 | 226 | 582 | +157.5% |
How Darden 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: 93.0%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 5.7%
- 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: 13.3%
- HS Diploma: 51.8%
- Some College: 7.8%
- Associate's: 11.9%
- Bachelor's: 12.1%
- Graduate+: 3.1%
Darden Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Henderson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | 7,962 | $49,057 | 18.4% | $176,000 |
| Scotts Hill | 1,083 | $37,809 | 50.7% | $113,500 |
| Parker's Crossroads | 615 | $73,600 | 5.6% | $175,000 |
| Sardis | 536 | $39,464 | 31.2% | $116,800 |
| Chesterfield | 356 | $62,885 | 21.9% | $187,500 |
| Wildersville | 78 | N/A | 14.1% | $232,500 |
| Luray | 77 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Darden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittman Center | 583 | $78,125 | $432,000 | 21.3% | 6.9% |
| Griffith Creek | 586 | N/A | N/A | 3.8% | 21.0% |
| Ooltewah | 578 | $62,292 | $240,900 | 24.7% | 3.1% |
| Walnut Grove (Sumner County) | 575 | $101,806 | $502,300 | 26.1% | 0.0% |
| Cumberland City | 574 | $56,250 | $162,500 | 15.5% | 22.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 582, Darden'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
Darden is a small community located in Tennessee, within Henderson County. The total population is 582. It ranks as the 367th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Darden is 36.8 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 22.8%. This is 388% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 96.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Darden has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%.
Education
15.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 86.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Darden, 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 Darden, Tennessee?
Darden, Tennessee has a population of 582 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Darden, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Darden — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Darden, TN?
The poverty rate in Darden is 7.0%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Darden, Tennessee?
Darden's population is 93.0% White, 0.0% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Darden, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Darden — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Darden, Tennessee?
15.3% of adults (25+) in Darden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.