Hartsville/Trousdale County, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hartsville/Trousdale County, Tennessee had a total population of 11,957, the 56th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $72,747, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.
Hartsville/Trousdale County Quick Facts
How Hartsville/Trousdale County 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 | 10,231 | 11,957 | +16.9% |
| Median household income | $69,315 | $72,747 | No clear change (+5.0%) |
| Median home value¹ | $191,621 | $337,600 | +76.2% |
| Median gross rent | $969 | $853 | No clear change (-11.9%) |
How Hartsville/Trousdale 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: 79.1%
- Black: 11.0%
- Hispanic: 4.1%
- Asian: 0.1%
- Other: 1.1%
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: 14.0%
- HS Diploma: 50.3%
- Some College: 17.1%
- Associate's: 4.3%
- Bachelor's: 7.3%
- Graduate+: 7.0%
Hartsville/Trousdale County Rankings in Tennessee
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Cities Similar to Hartsville/Trousdale County
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bank | 12,010 | $63,983 | $269,400 | 44.5% | 12.0% |
| Collegedale | 11,330 | $70,246 | $365,100 | 50.7% | 7.3% |
| Alcoa | 12,222 | $65,714 | $277,100 | 34.1% | 12.9% |
| Lenoir City | 11,110 | $67,259 | $252,400 | 19.3% | 17.0% |
| Soddy-Daisy | 13,231 | $75,113 | $256,600 | 23.9% | 7.3% |
Population Overview
Hartsville/Trousdale County is a small city located in Tennessee, within Trousdale County. The total population is 11,957. It ranks as the 56th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hartsville/Trousdale County is 35.0 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hartsville/Trousdale County is $72,747. This is 5% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 86% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $337,600. Housing costs are 18% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 74.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hartsville/Trousdale County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.0%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 86.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hartsville/Trousdale 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 Hartsville/Trousdale County, Tennessee?
Hartsville/Trousdale County, Tennessee has a population of 11,957 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hartsville/Trousdale County, TN?
The median household income in Hartsville/Trousdale County is $72,747, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hartsville/Trousdale County, TN?
The poverty rate in Hartsville/Trousdale County is 11.9%. This means approximately 1,119 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hartsville/Trousdale County, Tennessee?
Hartsville/Trousdale County's population is 79.1% White, 11.0% Black, 4.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hartsville/Trousdale County, TN?
The median home value in Hartsville/Trousdale County is $337,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Hartsville/Trousdale County, Tennessee?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Hartsville/Trousdale County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.