Hilham, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hilham, Tennessee had a total population of 267, the 436th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $75,938, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Hilham Quick Facts
How Hilham Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 317 | 267 | -15.8% |
| Median household income | $93,864 | $75,938 | -19.1% |
| Median home value | $226,700 | $328,900 | +45.1% |
How Hilham Compares
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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Hilham Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Overton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston | 3,999 | $39,567 | 16.2% | $123,000 |
Cities Similar to Hilham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairgarden | 262 | N/A | N/A | 21.5% | 0.0% |
| Hickman | 276 | N/A | $432,400 | 40.3% | 26.1% |
| Iron City | 282 | N/A | $41,000 | 0.0% | 47.3% |
| Taft | 251 | N/A | N/A | 15.6% | 47.8% |
| Nixon | 294 | N/A | $130,100 | 3.6% | 55.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 267, Hilham's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Hilham is a small community located in Tennessee, within Overton County. The total population is 267. It ranks as the 436th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hilham is 36.6 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.9 years. With 31.1% of the population under 18, Hilham has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hilham is $75,938. This is 9% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Hilham, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $328,900. Housing costs are 15% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 96.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hilham has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.1% of all residents.
Education
7.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 88.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hilham, 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 Hilham, Tennessee?
Hilham, Tennessee has a population of 267 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hilham, TN?
The median household income in Hilham is $75,938, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hilham, TN?
The poverty rate in Hilham is 13.5%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hilham, Tennessee?
Hilham's population is 95.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hilham, TN?
The median home value in Hilham is $328,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Hilham, Tennessee?
7.9% of adults (25+) in Hilham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.