Jasper, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jasper, Tennessee had a total population of 3,612, the 145th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $73,013, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.1%.
Jasper Quick Facts
How Jasper 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 | 3,403 | 3,612 | +6.1% |
| Median household income | $62,721 | $73,013 | No clear change (+16.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $169,592 | $209,000 | No clear change (+23.2%) |
| Median gross rent | $918 | $787 | No clear change (-14.3%) |
How Jasper 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: 80.0%
- Black: 7.8%
- Hispanic: 1.2%
- 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: 14.6%
- HS Diploma: 25.6%
- Some College: 27.5%
- Associate's: 6.7%
- Bachelor's: 19.7%
- Graduate+: 5.9%
Jasper Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Marion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Pittsburg | 3,013 | $57,865 | 21.8% | $187,100 |
| Whitwell | 2,052 | $67,774 | 9.7% | $140,500 |
| Kimball | 1,639 | $60,543 | 6.9% | $231,400 |
| Powells Crossroads | 1,498 | $67,549 | 4.5% | $187,800 |
| New Hope | 862 | $77,727 | 23.0% | $179,600 |
| Griffith Creek | 586 | N/A | 21.0% | N/A |
| Sequatchie | 359 | $27,679 | 49.0% | N/A |
| Orme | 76 | $47,500 | 28.9% | $53,300 |
| Whiteside | 33 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Jasper
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusculum | 3,337 | $70,694 | $267,500 | 39.3% | 5.5% |
| Wildwood Lake | 3,495 | $62,722 | $231,700 | 16.0% | 15.0% |
| Centerville | 3,535 | $59,167 | $213,400 | 9.5% | 9.6% |
| Blaine | 3,213 | $77,092 | $297,400 | 17.0% | 8.9% |
| White Bluff | 4,080 | $69,483 | $279,900 | 13.7% | 10.2% |
Population Overview
Jasper is a small community located in Tennessee, within Marion County. The total population is 3,612. It ranks as the 145th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jasper is 37.6 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jasper is $73,013. This is 5% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $209,000. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $286,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Jasper is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Jasper is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 85.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jasper, 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 Jasper, Tennessee?
Jasper, Tennessee has a population of 3,612 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jasper, TN?
The median household income in Jasper is $73,013, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jasper, TN?
The poverty rate in Jasper is 10.1%. This means approximately 355 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jasper, Tennessee?
Jasper's population is 80.0% White, 7.8% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jasper, TN?
The median home value in Jasper is $209,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Jasper, Tennessee?
25.7% of adults (25+) in Jasper hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.