Harrogate, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harrogate, Tennessee had a total population of 4,368, the 130th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $65,586, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
Harrogate Quick Facts
How Harrogate 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 | 4,330 | 4,368 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $62,182 | $65,586 | No clear change (+5.5%) |
| Median home value¹ | $175,868 | $203,900 | No clear change (+15.9%) |
| Median gross rent | $891 | $1,154 | No clear change (+29.5%) |
How Harrogate 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: 90.8%
- Black: 1.2%
- Hispanic: 2.7%
- Asian: 2.4%
- Other: 0.4%
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: 9.6%
- HS Diploma: 32.8%
- Some College: 23.1%
- Associate's: 8.2%
- Bachelor's: 13.6%
- Graduate+: 12.8%
Harrogate Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Claiborne County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tazewell | 2,902 | $41,836 | 33.1% | $196,800 |
| New Tazewell | 2,799 | $53,567 | 12.5% | $183,800 |
| Cumberland Gap | 309 | $42,500 | 16.0% | $203,000 |
Cities Similar to Harrogate
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Tansi | 4,437 | $57,991 | $280,900 | 17.8% | 13.9% |
| Spurgeon | 4,071 | $64,250 | $219,300 | 21.6% | 21.9% |
| White Bluff | 4,080 | $69,483 | $279,900 | 13.7% | 10.2% |
| Oak Grove (Washington County) | 4,626 | $72,143 | $260,600 | 35.5% | 7.0% |
| Trenton | 4,151 | $58,750 | $126,000 | 20.9% | 29.6% |
Population Overview
Harrogate is a small community located in Tennessee, within Claiborne County. The total population is 4,368. It ranks as the 130th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Harrogate is 37.9 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.9 years. Only 14.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Harrogate is $65,586. This is 6% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $203,900. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 66.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Harrogate has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.7%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
26.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% 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 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Harrogate, 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 Harrogate, Tennessee?
Harrogate, Tennessee has a population of 4,368 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Harrogate, TN?
The median household income in Harrogate is $65,586, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Harrogate, TN?
The poverty rate in Harrogate is 12.4%. This means approximately 442 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Harrogate, Tennessee?
Harrogate's population is 90.8% White, 1.2% Black, 2.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Harrogate, TN?
The median home value in Harrogate is $203,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Harrogate, Tennessee?
26.4% of adults (25+) in Harrogate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.