Lakesite city, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lakesite city, Tennessee Demographics
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As of 2026, Lakesite city, Tennessee has a total population of 2,026, the 211th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $92,847, which is 38% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Tennessee.

Lakesite city Quick Facts

Population 2,026

Median Household Income $92,847

Median Home Value $299,300

Poverty Rate 7.4%

Unemployment Rate 3.3%

Median Age 40.3 years

Homeownership Rate 82.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.0%

High School Graduation Rate 95.9%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 2,026 211th of 504

Median Income $92,847 top 20%

Poverty Rate 7.4% 40% lower national

Median Home Value $299,300 top 20%

How Lakesite city Compares

Median Household Income

Lakesite city

$92,847

$67,097

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lakesite city

$299,300

$256,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.2%

$25K-$50K 17.6%

$50K-$100K 25.4%

$100K+ 45.8%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7% | National: 5.2%

70.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.1%

Renter 17.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.0%

18-34

16.4%

35-54

24.8%

55-74

26.7%

75+

5.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lakesite city Rankings in Tennessee

#211 Population of 504

#50 Median Income of 504

#65 Education of 504

#75 Home Value of 504

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Cities Similar to Lakesite city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Three Way city	1,965	$91,845	$231,200	39.4%	5.8%
Gladeville CDP	2,263	$94,693	$457,300	52.1%	1.7%
Falling Water CDP	2,090	$113,160	$398,400	45.3%	3.7%
Berry Hill city	1,944	$76,709	$513,700	79.3%	12.3%
Pegram town	2,216	$102,396	$337,400	34.8%	0.0%

Population Overview

Lakesite city is a small community located in Tennessee. The total population is 2,026. It ranks as the 211th most populous out of 504 cities and towns in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lakesite city is 40.3 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lakesite city is $92,847. This is 38% higher than the state median of $67,097. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 18% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 46% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $299,300. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $256,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 82.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lakesite city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.5%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 15.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 7.1%.

Education

36.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 30.4%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lakesite city, Tennessee is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Tennessee state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 504 Census-designated places in Tennessee. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lakesite city, Tennessee?

Lakesite city, Tennessee has a population of 2,026 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lakesite city, TN?

The median household income in Lakesite city is $92,847, which is 18% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lakesite city, TN?

The poverty rate in Lakesite city is 7.4%. This means approximately 150 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lakesite city, Tennessee?

Lakesite city's population is 90.2% White, 0.5% Black, 3.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lakesite city, TN?

The median home value in Lakesite city is $299,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Lakesite city, Tennessee?

36.0% of adults (25+) in Lakesite city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.