Henderson, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Henderson, Tennessee had a total population of 6,411, the 97th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $45,938, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.1%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Henderson Quick Facts
How Henderson 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 | 6,289 | 6,411 | +1.9% |
| Median household income | $47,572 | $45,938 | No clear change (-3.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $134,516 | $147,900 | No clear change (+9.9%) |
| Median gross rent | $775 | $781 | No clear change (+0.7%) |
How Henderson 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: 74.3%
- Black: 18.0%
- Hispanic: 4.0%
- Asian: 0.4%
- Other: 0.5%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 13.8%
- HS Diploma: 33.0%
- Some College: 26.6%
- Associate's: 4.0%
- Bachelor's: 14.0%
- Graduate+: 8.7%
Henderson Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Chester County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacks Creek | 28 | N/A | 75.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Henderson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetwater | 6,532 | $45,451 | $178,400 | 18.8% | 14.6% |
| Harriman | 6,090 | $44,653 | $153,200 | 14.6% | 21.2% |
| Pigeon Forge | 6,375 | $53,261 | $291,800 | 14.5% | 21.0% |
| Loudon | 6,432 | $53,650 | $244,200 | 15.8% | 18.5% |
| Erwin | 5,988 | $47,487 | $180,900 | 18.1% | 12.6% |
Population Overview
Henderson is a small city located in Tennessee, within Chester County. The total population is 6,411. It ranks as the 97th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Henderson is 28.1 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Henderson is $45,938. This is 34% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.1%. This is 75% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $147,900. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 58.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Henderson is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 18.0%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
22.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 86.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Henderson, 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 Henderson, Tennessee?
Henderson, Tennessee has a population of 6,411 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Henderson, TN?
The median household income in Henderson is $45,938, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Henderson, TN?
The poverty rate in Henderson is 24.1%. This means approximately 1,234 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Henderson, Tennessee?
Henderson's population is 74.3% White, 18.0% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Henderson, TN?
The median home value in Henderson is $147,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Henderson, Tennessee?
22.7% of adults (25+) in Henderson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.