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Lynchburg, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lynchburg, Tennessee had a total population of 6,674, the 93rd largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $66,469, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Lynchburg Quick Facts

Population 6,674
Median Household Income $66,469
Median Home Value $285,300
Poverty Rate 8.1%
Unemployment Rate 4.5%
Median Age 46.2 years
Homeownership Rate 82.5%
Affordability Ratio 4.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.1%
High School Graduation Rate 91.0%
Diversity Index 15/100
Population 6,674 93rd of 502
Median Income $66,469 above average
Poverty Rate 8.1% 35% lower than national
Median Home Value $285,300 top 30%

How Lynchburg Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population6,6116,674+1.0%
Median household income$66,687$66,469-0.3%
Median home value$259,300$285,300+10.0%

How Lynchburg Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.7%
$25K-$50K 20.5%
$50K-$100K 33.1%
$100K+ 32.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.2%
$10K-$15K
3.0%
$15K-$20K
2.0%
$20K-$25K
4.6%
$25K-$30K
6.9%
$30K-$35K
5.3%
$35K-$40K
2.6%
$40K-$45K
3.1%
$45K-$50K
2.7%
$50K-$60K
11.2%
$60K-$75K
9.8%
$75K-$100K
12.2%
$100K-$125K
12.7%
$125K-$150K
6.1%
$150K-$200K
8.3%
$200K+
5.4%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
58.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.5%
Renter 17.5%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $841/mo 15.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

15out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Lynchburg Rankings in Tennessee

#93 Population of 502
#168 Median Income of 453
#149 Education of 502
#111 Home Value of 464

Cities Similar to Lynchburg

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Church Hill7,139$65,526$211,00018.4%6.4%
Kingston6,224$71,675$220,00024.0%7.1%
South Cleveland7,452$66,601$232,60011.1%10.2%
Jonesborough6,232$74,015$299,20026.3%11.7%
Loudon6,432$53,650$244,20015.8%18.5%

Population Overview

Lynchburg is a small city located in Tennessee, within Moore County. The total population is 6,674. It ranks as the 93rd most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lynchburg is 46.2 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lynchburg is $66,469. This is 4% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $285,300. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 82.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lynchburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 7.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.

Education

24.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 91.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lynchburg, 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 Lynchburg, Tennessee?

Lynchburg, Tennessee has a population of 6,674 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lynchburg, TN?

The median household income in Lynchburg is $66,469, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Lynchburg, TN?

The poverty rate in Lynchburg is 8.1%. This means approximately 528 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lynchburg, Tennessee?

Lynchburg's population is 91.9% White, 2.2% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lynchburg, TN?

The median home value in Lynchburg is $285,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Lynchburg, Tennessee?

24.1% of adults (25+) in Lynchburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.