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Estill Springs, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Estill Springs, Tennessee had a total population of 2,695, the 174th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $59,205, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.

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

Estill Springs Quick Facts

Population 2,695
Median Household Income $59,205
Median Home Value $204,000
Poverty Rate 13.6%
Unemployment Rate 3.9%
Median Age 46.9 years
Homeownership Rate 84.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.3%
High School Graduation Rate 92.2%
Diversity Index 9/100
Population 2,695 174th of 502
Median Income $59,205 average
Poverty Rate 13.6% 9% higher than national
Median Home Value $204,000 average

How Estill Springs 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
Population2,0082,695+34.2%
Median household income$49,148$59,205+20.5%
Median home value$166,700$204,000+22.4%

How Estill Springs Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.9%
$25K-$50K 24.5%
$50K-$100K 40.5%
$100K+ 24.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.2%
$10K-$15K
1.1%
$15K-$20K
2.8%
$20K-$25K
4.9%
$25K-$30K
6.8%
$30K-$35K
8.4%
$35K-$40K
1.9%
$40K-$45K
4.5%
$45K-$50K
2.9%
$50K-$60K
18.3%
$60K-$75K
9.9%
$75K-$100K
12.3%
$100K-$125K
10.7%
$125K-$150K
5.7%
$150K-$200K
5.6%
$200K+
2.1%

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
53.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.3%
Renter 15.7%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $825/mo 16.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

9out 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

Estill Springs Rankings in Tennessee

#174 Population of 502
#215 Median Income of 453
#224 Education of 502
#215 Home Value of 464

Other Cities in Franklin County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Winchester 9,799 $62,782 13.5% $216,900
Decherd 2,976 $37,575 18.8% $144,600
Sewanee 2,936 $136,111 12.0% $465,500
Cowan 1,934 $46,406 30.8% $174,500
Monteagle 1,926 $63,438 13.0% $309,500
Huntland 1,532 $66,308 11.6% $183,100
Belvidere 82 N/A 0.0% N/A
Sherwood 43 N/A 0.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Estill Springs

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Woodbury2,774$58,466$216,40011.7%21.0%
Westmoreland2,845$59,405$241,70016.0%13.9%
White Pine2,565$55,313$203,90017.7%11.6%
New Tazewell2,799$53,567$183,80011.3%12.5%
Jacksboro2,650$68,750$236,50018.0%12.7%

Population Overview

Estill Springs is a small community located in Tennessee, within Franklin County. The total population is 2,695. It ranks as the 174th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Estill Springs is 46.9 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Estill Springs is $59,205. This is 15% 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 13.6%. This is 1% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $204,000. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 84.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Estill Springs has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 7.4%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.

Education

18.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 92.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Estill Springs, 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 Estill Springs, Tennessee?

Estill Springs, Tennessee has a population of 2,695 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Estill Springs, TN?

The median household income in Estill Springs is $59,205, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Estill Springs, TN?

The poverty rate in Estill Springs is 13.6%. This means approximately 366 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Estill Springs, Tennessee?

Estill Springs's population is 95.3% White, 1.8% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Estill Springs, TN?

The median home value in Estill Springs is $204,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Estill Springs, Tennessee?

18.3% of adults (25+) in Estill Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.