Lexington, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lexington, Tennessee had a total population of 7,962, the 80th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $49,057, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 8.3% is notably above the national average.
Lexington Quick Facts
How Lexington 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 | 7,848 | 7,962 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $42,542 | $49,057 | No clear change (+15.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $141,408 | $176,000 | +24.5% |
| Median gross rent | $783 | $720 | No clear change (-8.0%) |
How Lexington 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: 81.4%
- Black: 12.5%
- Hispanic: 1.3%
- Asian: 0.5%
- 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: 10.7%
- HS Diploma: 45.0%
- Some College: 17.3%
- Associate's: 10.5%
- Bachelor's: 12.4%
- Graduate+: 4.1%
Lexington Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Henderson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotts Hill | 1,083 | $37,809 | 50.7% | $113,500 |
| Parker's Crossroads | 615 | $73,600 | 5.6% | $175,000 |
| Darden | 582 | N/A | 7.0% | N/A |
| Sardis | 536 | $39,464 | 31.2% | $116,800 |
| Chesterfield | 356 | $62,885 | 21.9% | $187,500 |
| Wildersville | 78 | N/A | 14.1% | $232,500 |
| Luray | 77 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lexington
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% |
| Dayton | 7,625 | $49,719 | $214,900 | 22.6% | 22.2% |
| Humboldt | 7,787 | $52,917 | $102,300 | 16.6% | 13.3% |
| Milan | 8,244 | $43,886 | $144,100 | 15.6% | 21.3% |
| Fayetteville | 7,057 | $49,223 | $230,800 | 19.4% | 16.9% |
Population Overview
Lexington is a small city located in Tennessee, within Henderson County. The total population is 7,962. It ranks as the 80th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lexington is 36.9 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lexington is $49,057. This is 30% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.4%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 8.3%. This is 76% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $176,000. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 63.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lexington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 12.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 7.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
16.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 89.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lexington, 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 Lexington, Tennessee?
Lexington, Tennessee has a population of 7,962 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lexington, TN?
The median household income in Lexington is $49,057, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lexington, TN?
The poverty rate in Lexington is 18.4%. This means approximately 1,387 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lexington, Tennessee?
Lexington's population is 81.4% White, 12.5% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lexington, TN?
The median home value in Lexington is $176,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Lexington, Tennessee?
16.5% of adults (25+) in Lexington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.