Livingston, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Livingston, Tennessee had a total population of 3,999, the 138th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $39,567, which is 43% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 43% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 8.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.2%.
Livingston Quick Facts
How Livingston 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 | 4,032 | 3,999 | -0.8% |
| Median household income | $37,917 | $39,567 | No clear change (+4.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $136,362 | $123,000 | No clear change (-9.8%) |
| Median gross rent | $609 | $730 | No clear change (+19.8%) |
How Livingston 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: 87.4%
- Black: 5.2%
- Hispanic: 4.5%
- Asian: 1.2%
- Other: 0.3%
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: 18.4%
- HS Diploma: 45.4%
- Some College: 21.1%
- Associate's: 6.6%
- Bachelor's: 5.2%
- Graduate+: 3.4%
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Other Cities in Overton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilham | 267 | $75,938 | 13.5% | $328,900 |
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Population Overview
Livingston is a small community located in Tennessee, within Overton County. The total population is 3,999. It ranks as the 138th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Livingston is 38.5 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Livingston is $39,567. This is 43% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 51% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.2%. This is 95% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $123,000. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 57.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Livingston has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.2%. The Black or African American population (5.2%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
8.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% 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 81.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Livingston, 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 Livingston, Tennessee?
Livingston, Tennessee has a population of 3,999 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Livingston, TN?
The median household income in Livingston is $39,567, which is 51% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Livingston, TN?
The poverty rate in Livingston is 16.2%. This means approximately 614 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Livingston, Tennessee?
Livingston's population is 87.4% White, 5.2% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Livingston, TN?
The median home value in Livingston is $123,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Livingston, Tennessee?
8.6% of adults (25+) in Livingston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.