Halls (Knox County), Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Halls (Knox County), Tennessee had a total population of 10,272, the 65th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $90,933, which is 31% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.0%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 31% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Tennessee.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
Halls (Knox County) Quick Facts
How Halls (Knox County) 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: 90.3%
- Black: 1.0%
- Hispanic: 4.0%
- Asian: 3.7%
- 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: 5.1%
- HS Diploma: 26.9%
- Some College: 20.3%
- Associate's: 12.1%
- Bachelor's: 26.6%
- Graduate+: 9.0%
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Other Cities in Knox County
Cities Similar to Halls (Knox County)
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atoka | 10,385 | $89,663 | $320,700 | 35.2% | 7.0% |
| Fairview | 10,009 | $91,131 | $390,200 | 35.4% | 11.6% |
| Oakland | 9,979 | $97,798 | $319,100 | 33.1% | 5.8% |
| Clinton | 10,239 | $68,882 | $225,000 | 20.0% | 12.7% |
| Middle Valley | 12,187 | $95,000 | $319,400 | 30.8% | 5.1% |
Population Overview
Halls (Knox County) is a small city located in Tennessee, within Knox County. The total population is 10,272. It ranks as the 65th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Halls (Knox County) is 51.6 years. This is 33% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. 11.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Halls (Knox County) is $90,933. This is 31% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 13% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.0%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $321,300. Housing costs are 12% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 86.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Halls (Knox County) has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.7% vs 1.9%).
Education
35.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% higher 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 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Halls (Knox County), 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 (Knox County), Tennessee?
Halls (Knox County), Tennessee has a population of 10,272 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Halls (Knox County), TN?
The median household income in Halls (Knox County) is $90,933, which is 13% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Halls (Knox County), TN?
The poverty rate in Halls (Knox County) is 8.0%. This means approximately 824 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Halls (Knox County), Tennessee?
Halls (Knox County)'s population is 90.3% White, 1.0% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Halls (Knox County), TN?
The median home value in Halls (Knox County) is $321,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Halls (Knox County), Tennessee?
35.7% of adults (25+) in Halls (Knox County) hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.