Dyersburg, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dyersburg, Tennessee had a total population of 15,979, the 38th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $52,064, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dyersburg Quick Facts
How Dyersburg 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 | 16,075 | 15,979 | -0.6% |
| Median household income | $51,846 | $52,064 | +0.4% |
| Median home value | $170,900 | $168,300 | -1.5% |
How Dyersburg 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Dyersburg Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Dyer County
Cities Similar to Dyersburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greeneville | 15,646 | $49,889 | $227,400 | 26.8% | 18.5% |
| Athens | 14,471 | $53,929 | $225,000 | 23.2% | 17.0% |
| Sevierville | 18,397 | $52,421 | $289,600 | 24.6% | 15.4% |
| Elizabethton | 14,374 | $46,975 | $172,900 | 26.4% | 18.8% |
| Dickson | 16,424 | $69,678 | $292,600 | 17.8% | 12.8% |
Population Overview
Dyersburg is a small city located in Tennessee, within Dyer County. The total population is 15,979. It ranks as the 38th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dyersburg is 41.5 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dyersburg is $52,064. This is 25% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.6%. This is 57% 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 7.4%. This is 59% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $168,300. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 48.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Dyersburg is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (27.9% vs 15.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 7.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
21.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 88.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dyersburg, 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 Dyersburg, Tennessee?
Dyersburg, Tennessee has a population of 15,979 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dyersburg, TN?
The median household income in Dyersburg is $52,064, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dyersburg, TN?
The poverty rate in Dyersburg is 21.6%. This means approximately 3,333 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dyersburg, Tennessee?
Dyersburg's population is 65.2% White, 27.9% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dyersburg, TN?
The median home value in Dyersburg is $168,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Dyersburg, Tennessee?
21.9% of adults (25+) in Dyersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.