Hillsboro, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hillsboro, Tennessee had a total population of 555, the 373rd largest community in Tennessee. The poverty rate is 15.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 12.5% is notably above the national average.
Hillsboro Quick Facts
How Hillsboro 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 | 370 | 555 | +50.0% |
| Median home value | $281,600 | $273,900 | -2.7% |
How Hillsboro 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+)
Hillsboro Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Coffee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tullahoma | 21,103 | $60,979 | 18.0% | $251,900 |
| Manchester | 12,944 | $57,500 | 14.9% | $237,400 |
| New Union | 2,160 | $81,367 | 0.7% | $312,100 |
| Lakewood Park | 1,140 | $42,576 | 33.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Hillsboro
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkrange | 554 | N/A | $326,800 | 29.3% | 41.5% |
| Trimble | 554 | $51,750 | $80,900 | 12.6% | 13.0% |
| Michie | 558 | $60,714 | $166,500 | 13.2% | 16.0% |
| Baileyton | 551 | $41,979 | $164,300 | 15.1% | 25.6% |
| Calhoun | 546 | $49,028 | $179,700 | 19.6% | 18.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 555, Hillsboro'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
Hillsboro is a small community located in Tennessee, within Coffee County. The total population is 555. It ranks as the 373rd most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hillsboro is 40.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.9%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 12.5%. This is 167% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $273,900. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $286,700. 62.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hillsboro has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.4%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
21.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 31.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro, Tennessee?
Hillsboro, Tennessee has a population of 555 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hillsboro, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hillsboro — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hillsboro, TN?
The poverty rate in Hillsboro is 15.9%. This means approximately 88 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hillsboro, Tennessee?
Hillsboro's population is 97.8% White, 1.4% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hillsboro, TN?
The median home value in Hillsboro is $273,900.
How educated is Hillsboro, Tennessee?
21.7% of adults (25+) in Hillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.