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Halls, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Halls, Tennessee had a total population of 2,034, the 215th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $43,750, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.6%.

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

Key Takeaways

Halls Quick Facts

Population 2,034
Median Household Income $43,750
Median Home Value $137,200
Poverty Rate 16.6%
Unemployment Rate 4.3%
Median Age 34.7 years
Homeownership Rate 51.7%
Affordability Ratio 3.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.0%
High School Graduation Rate 90.7%
Diversity Index 45/100
Population 2,034 215th of 502
Median Income $43,750 bottom 20%
Poverty Rate 16.6% 33% higher than national
Median Home Value $137,200 bottom 20%

How Halls 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
Population1,9842,034+2.5%
Median household income$40,735$43,750+7.4%
Median home value$100,200$137,200+36.9%

How Halls Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.1%
$25K-$50K 30.0%
$50K-$100K 24.8%
$100K+ 20.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
8.3%
$10K-$15K
11.5%
$15K-$20K
0.6%
$20K-$25K
4.8%
$25K-$30K
1.0%
$30K-$35K
11.3%
$35K-$40K
11.1%
$40K-$45K
2.4%
$45K-$50K
4.3%
$50K-$60K
3.9%
$60K-$75K
10.2%
$75K-$100K
10.7%
$100K-$125K
10.7%
$125K-$150K
4.4%
$150K-$200K
4.6%
$200K+
0.5%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
53.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 51.7%
Renter 48.3%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $844/mo 23.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

45out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Halls Rankings in Tennessee

#215 Population of 502
#368 Median Income of 453
#410 Education of 502
#375 Home Value of 464

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Other Cities in Lauderdale County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Ripley 7,658 $37,432 30.7% $154,900
Henning 977 $40,781 34.0% $72,500
Gates 619 $51,146 28.6% $96,300

Cities Similar to Halls

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Cowan1,934$46,406$174,50013.3%30.8%
Decatur1,898$42,578$220,90011.2%34.3%
Pine Crest2,029$53,537$196,60023.1%9.7%
East Cleveland1,934$48,878$124,1000.0%26.5%
Jellico1,855$41,467$127,30015.9%27.7%

Population Overview

Halls is a small community located in Tennessee, within Lauderdale County. The total population is 2,034. It ranks as the 215th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Halls is 34.7 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Halls is $43,750. This is 37% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $137,200. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 51.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% lower than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Halls is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.

Education

9.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% 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 90.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Halls, 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 Halls, Tennessee?

Halls, Tennessee has a population of 2,034 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Halls, TN?

The median household income in Halls is $43,750, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Halls, TN?

The poverty rate in Halls is 16.6%. This means approximately 337 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Halls, Tennessee?

Halls's population is 70.7% White, 21.4% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Halls, TN?

The median home value in Halls is $137,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Halls, Tennessee?

9.0% of adults (25+) in Halls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.