Hardeman County, Tennessee Demographics 2026
Hardeman County, Tennessee has a population of 25,477, the 58th most populous county in Tennessee. The median household income is $46,173 and the median home value is $116,800. The poverty rate is 17.3%.
Hardeman County Quick Facts
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
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Hardeman County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolivar | 5,171 | $38,575 | 24.6% | $136,000 |
| Whiteville | 4,689 | $43,438 | 28.1% | $87,000 |
| Middleton | 752 | $43,295 | 24.6% | $140,600 |
| Toone | 294 | $37,292 | 45.2% | $79,200 |
| Hornsby | 260 | $46,696 | 15.7% | $103,100 |
| Pocahontas | 249 | N/A | 2.8% | $107,900 |
| Saulsbury | 247 | $43,226 | 30.8% | $107,200 |
| Hickory Valley | 134 | $31,000 | 26.1% | $105,400 |
| Essary Springs | 80 | $38,864 | 41.3% | $62,200 |
| Silerton | 70 | $43,750 | 27.1% | $95,000 |
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Population Overview
Hardeman County is located in Tennessee with a total population of 25,477. It is the 58th most populous county out of 95 in Tennessee. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hardeman County is 40.4 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hardeman County is $46,173. This is 31% lower than the state median of $67,097. It is also 41% lower than the national median of $78,538. The poverty rate stands at 17.3%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 11.2%. This is 137% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $116,800. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $256,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Hardeman County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 67.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hardeman County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 40.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (40.1% vs 15.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.
Education
11.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 30.4%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Hardeman County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023), with comparisons drawn against Tennessee and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hardeman County, Tennessee?
Hardeman County has a population of 25,477, making it the 58th most populous county in Tennessee.
What is the median income in Hardeman County?
The median household income in Hardeman County is $46,173 with a poverty rate of 17.3%.
How many cities are in Hardeman County, Tennessee?
Hardeman County contains 10 Census-designated places.