Ducktown, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ducktown, Tennessee had a total population of 456, the 395th largest city in Tennessee. The poverty rate is 36.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (36.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Ducktown Quick Facts
How Ducktown Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 470 | 456 | -3.0% |
| Median home value | $202,800 | $172,100 | -15.1% |
How Ducktown Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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+)
Ducktown Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Polk County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benton | 1,560 | $29,414 | 22.7% | $184,200 |
| Copperhill | 493 | $45,417 | 20.9% | $99,000 |
| Ocoee | 208 | $181,250 | 10.6% | $119,800 |
| Farner | 197 | $29,464 | 31.0% | $117,200 |
| Conasauga | 128 | N/A | 28.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Ducktown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gadsden | 459 | $60,139 | $153,700 | 7.6% | 19.3% |
| Lynnville | 465 | $63,333 | $175,000 | 37.6% | 17.0% |
| Elkton | 469 | $66,944 | $202,600 | 28.1% | 20.0% |
| Beech Bluff | 437 | $69,034 | $162,100 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Grand Junction | 435 | $62,083 | $130,000 | 8.7% | 12.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 456, Ducktown'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
Ducktown is a small community located in Tennessee, within Polk County. The total population is 456. It ranks as the 395th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ducktown is 57.6 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. Only 10.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 36.9%. This is 168% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $172,100. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $286,700. 52.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ducktown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.1%. The Black or African American population (6.1%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
12.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ducktown, 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 Ducktown, Tennessee?
Ducktown, Tennessee has a population of 456 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ducktown, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Ducktown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ducktown, TN?
The poverty rate in Ducktown is 36.9%. This means approximately 142 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ducktown, Tennessee?
Ducktown's population is 90.6% White, 6.1% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ducktown, TN?
The median home value in Ducktown is $172,100.
How educated is Ducktown, Tennessee?
12.9% of adults (25+) in Ducktown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.