Hornbeak, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hornbeak, Tennessee had a total population of 540, the 378th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $63,036, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.2%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.
Hornbeak Quick Facts
How Hornbeak 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 | 426 | 540 | No clear change (+26.8%) |
| Median household income | $57,619 | $63,036 | No clear change (+9.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $90,088 | $94,300 | No clear change (+4.7%) |
| Median gross rent | $793 | $795 | No clear change (+0.3%) |
How Hornbeak 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: 91.8%
- Black: 0.7%
- Hispanic: 6.3%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.7%
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: 9.6%
- HS Diploma: 43.8%
- Some College: 22.5%
- Associate's: 3.6%
- Bachelor's: 19.7%
- Graduate+: 0.8%
Hornbeak Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Obion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union City | 10,982 | $50,870 | 23.5% | $146,000 |
| South Fulton | 2,379 | $43,942 | 29.2% | $83,400 |
| Troy | 1,827 | $51,711 | 13.6% | $114,800 |
| Obion | 1,087 | $38,167 | 35.4% | $97,900 |
| Woodland Mills | 624 | $79,145 | 4.7% | $140,200 |
| Samburg | 231 | $41,250 | 30.3% | $205,000 |
| Rives | 162 | $43,750 | 35.3% | $112,500 |
Cities Similar to Hornbeak
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% |
| Hillsboro | 555 | N/A | $273,900 | 21.7% | 15.9% |
| Michie | 558 | $60,714 | $166,500 | 13.2% | 16.0% |
| Ooltewah | 578 | $62,292 | $240,900 | 24.7% | 3.1% |
| Darden | 582 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 7.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 540, Hornbeak'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
Hornbeak is a small community located in Tennessee, within Obion County. The total population is 540. It ranks as the 378th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hornbeak is 37.9 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hornbeak is $63,036. This is 9% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.2%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $94,300. Housing costs are 67% lower than the state median of $286,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Hornbeak is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hornbeak has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.3%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hornbeak, 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 Hornbeak, Tennessee?
Hornbeak, Tennessee has a population of 540 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hornbeak, TN?
The median household income in Hornbeak is $63,036, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hornbeak, TN?
The poverty rate in Hornbeak is 9.2%. This means approximately 49 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hornbeak, Tennessee?
Hornbeak's population is 91.8% White, 0.7% Black, 6.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hornbeak, TN?
The median home value in Hornbeak is $94,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Hornbeak, Tennessee?
20.5% of adults (25+) in Hornbeak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.