Gibson, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gibson, Tennessee had a total population of 479, the 391st largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $53,750, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Gibson Quick Facts
How Gibson 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 | 460 | 479 | No clear change (+4.1%) |
| Median household income | $60,436 | $53,750 | No clear change (-11.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $138,455 | $154,200 | No clear change (+11.4%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,095 | $871 | No clear change (-20.5%) |
How Gibson 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: 93.7%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 5.4%
- 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: 20.0%
- HS Diploma: 30.5%
- Some College: 11.2%
- Associate's: 16.7%
- Bachelor's: 8.8%
- Graduate+: 12.8%
Gibson Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Gibson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milan | 8,244 | $43,886 | 21.3% | $144,100 |
| Medina | 5,407 | $107,807 | 2.6% | $287,200 |
| Trenton | 4,151 | $58,750 | 29.6% | $126,000 |
| Dyer | 2,217 | $54,766 | 16.7% | $113,500 |
| Kenton | 1,513 | $41,525 | 24.3% | $111,200 |
| Bradford | 1,385 | $47,361 | 24.0% | $116,000 |
| Rutherford | 1,119 | $50,667 | 12.0% | $93,900 |
| Yorkville | 307 | $71,000 | 2.9% | $132,500 |
Cities Similar to Gibson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducktown | 456 | N/A | $172,100 | 12.9% | 36.9% |
| Pleasant Hill | 514 | $51,406 | $175,000 | 44.0% | 14.9% |
| Gadsden | 459 | $60,139 | $153,700 | 7.6% | 19.3% |
| Flintville | 525 | $55,556 | $236,800 | 10.5% | 9.9% |
| Lynnville | 465 | $63,333 | $175,000 | 37.6% | 17.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 479, Gibson'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
Gibson is a small community located in Tennessee, within Gibson County. The total population is 479. It ranks as the 391st most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gibson is 41.1 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. With 31.1% of the population under 18, Gibson has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gibson is $53,750. This is 23% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $154,200. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $286,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Gibson is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 53.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Gibson has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.4%.
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 80.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gibson, 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 Gibson, Tennessee?
Gibson, Tennessee has a population of 479 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gibson, TN?
The median household income in Gibson is $53,750, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gibson, TN?
The poverty rate in Gibson is 9.8%. This means approximately 47 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gibson, Tennessee?
Gibson's population is 93.7% White, 0.0% Black, 5.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gibson, TN?
The median home value in Gibson is $154,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Gibson, Tennessee?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Gibson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.