Hohenwald, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hohenwald, Tennessee had a total population of 3,884, the 139th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $51,440, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Hohenwald Quick Facts
How Hohenwald 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 | 3,673 | 3,884 | +5.7% |
| Median household income | $36,767 | $51,440 | +39.9% |
| Median home value¹ | $112,364 | $125,600 | No clear change (+11.8%) |
| Median gross rent | $641 | $968 | No clear change (+51.0%) |
How Hohenwald 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: 89.9%
- Black: 0.4%
- Hispanic: 0.7%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 17.3%
- HS Diploma: 40.0%
- Some College: 25.1%
- Associate's: 8.7%
- Bachelor's: 8.2%
- Graduate+: 0.7%
Hohenwald Rankings in Tennessee
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Cities Similar to Hohenwald
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oneida | 3,819 | $48,622 | $170,600 | 15.2% | 28.1% |
| Gatlinburg | 3,663 | $53,475 | $332,000 | 31.8% | 13.5% |
| Camden | 3,678 | $55,029 | $155,200 | 12.5% | 19.8% |
| Dandridge | 3,538 | $53,507 | $259,100 | 16.3% | 15.1% |
| Unicoi | 3,806 | $42,424 | $244,300 | 24.9% | 21.3% |
Population Overview
Hohenwald is a small community located in Tennessee, within Lewis County. The total population is 3,884. It ranks as the 139th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hohenwald is 43.8 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hohenwald is $51,440. This is 26% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.4%. This is 48% 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 8.0%. This is 70% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $125,600. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $286,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Hohenwald is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hohenwald has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% 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 82.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hohenwald, 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 Hohenwald, Tennessee?
Hohenwald, Tennessee has a population of 3,884 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hohenwald, TN?
The median household income in Hohenwald is $51,440, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hohenwald, TN?
The poverty rate in Hohenwald is 20.4%. This means approximately 765 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hohenwald, Tennessee?
Hohenwald's population is 89.9% White, 0.4% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hohenwald, TN?
The median home value in Hohenwald is $125,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Hohenwald, Tennessee?
8.9% of adults (25+) in Hohenwald hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.