Jefferson City, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jefferson City, Tennessee had a total population of 8,579, the 75th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $60,638, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.0%.
Jefferson City Quick Facts
How Jefferson City 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 | 8,237 | 8,579 | +4.2% |
| Median household income | $47,620 | $60,638 | No clear change (+27.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $156,792 | $213,200 | +36.0% |
| Median gross rent | $809 | $851 | No clear change (+5.2%) |
How Jefferson City 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: 88.3%
- Black: 2.8%
- Hispanic: 6.5%
- Asian: 0.5%
- Other: 0.2%
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: 11.1%
- HS Diploma: 44.3%
- Some College: 13.4%
- Associate's: 11.6%
- Bachelor's: 13.7%
- Graduate+: 5.9%
Jefferson City Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dandridge | 3,538 | $53,507 | 15.1% | $259,100 |
| Strawberry Plains | 2,669 | $75,027 | 3.0% | $168,400 |
| New Market | 1,619 | $72,321 | 7.5% | $180,400 |
| Baneberry | 700 | $82,344 | 3.6% | $395,200 |
Cities Similar to Jefferson City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulaski | 8,285 | $48,538 | $194,400 | 20.8% | 25.7% |
| Winchester | 9,799 | $62,782 | $216,900 | 25.6% | 13.5% |
| Bloomingdale | 9,292 | $52,317 | $165,500 | 11.0% | 25.7% |
| Humboldt | 7,787 | $52,917 | $102,300 | 16.6% | 13.3% |
| Lexington | 7,962 | $49,057 | $176,000 | 16.5% | 18.4% |
Population Overview
Jefferson City is a small city located in Tennessee, within Jefferson County. The total population is 8,579. It ranks as the 75th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jefferson City is 33.7 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jefferson City is $60,638. This is 13% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.0%. This is 38% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 30% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $213,200. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 51.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Jefferson City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.5%. The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
19.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jefferson City, 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 Jefferson City, Tennessee?
Jefferson City, Tennessee has a population of 8,579 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jefferson City, TN?
The median household income in Jefferson City is $60,638, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jefferson City, TN?
The poverty rate in Jefferson City is 19.0%. This means approximately 1,427 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jefferson City, Tennessee?
Jefferson City's population is 88.3% White, 2.8% Black, 6.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jefferson City, TN?
The median home value in Jefferson City is $213,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Jefferson City, Tennessee?
19.6% of adults (25+) in Jefferson City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.