Lewisburg, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lewisburg, Tennessee had a total population of 12,861, the 51st largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $48,341, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Lewisburg Quick Facts
How Lewisburg 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 | 11,910 | 12,861 | +8.0% |
| Median household income | $52,056 | $48,341 | No clear change (-7.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $119,133 | $225,700 | +89.5% |
| Median gross rent | $891 | $872 | No clear change (-2.1%) |
How Lewisburg 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: 75.8%
- Black: 8.7%
- Hispanic: 7.4%
- Asian: 0.4%
- Other: 1.6%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 10.4%
- HS Diploma: 44.0%
- Some College: 20.8%
- Associate's: 7.5%
- Bachelor's: 11.8%
- Graduate+: 5.5%
Lewisburg Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Marshall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornersville | 1,847 | $64,375 | 27.7% | $236,700 |
| Chapel Hill | 1,712 | $75,441 | 4.1% | $311,100 |
| Petersburg | 508 | $45,417 | 24.3% | $154,900 |
Cities Similar to Lewisburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossville | 12,428 | $48,802 | $246,300 | 17.6% | 22.9% |
| McMinnville | 13,844 | $47,179 | $182,200 | 11.7% | 20.7% |
| Manchester | 12,944 | $57,500 | $237,400 | 22.9% | 14.9% |
| Elizabethton | 14,374 | $46,975 | $172,900 | 26.4% | 18.8% |
| Millington | 11,289 | $49,979 | $207,300 | 18.8% | 16.5% |
Population Overview
Lewisburg is a small city located in Tennessee, within Marshall County. The total population is 12,861. It ranks as the 51st most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lewisburg is 35.7 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lewisburg is $48,341. This is 31% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.9%. This is 44% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 17% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $225,700. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 59.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lewisburg is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
17.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 89.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lewisburg, 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 Lewisburg, Tennessee?
Lewisburg, Tennessee has a population of 12,861 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lewisburg, TN?
The median household income in Lewisburg is $48,341, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lewisburg, TN?
The poverty rate in Lewisburg is 19.9%. This means approximately 2,465 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lewisburg, Tennessee?
Lewisburg's population is 75.8% White, 8.7% Black, 7.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lewisburg, TN?
The median home value in Lewisburg is $225,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.
How educated is Lewisburg, Tennessee?
17.3% of adults (25+) in Lewisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.