Mascot, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mascot, Tennessee had a total population of 3,277, the 155th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $60,250, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.2%.
Mascot Quick Facts
How Mascot 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 | 2,310 | 3,277 | +41.9% |
| Median household income | $51,280 | $60,250 | No clear change (+17.5%) |
| Median home value¹ | $163,069 | $206,000 | +26.3% |
| Median gross rent | $871 | $725 | No clear change (-16.8%) |
How Mascot 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: 82.6%
- Black: 4.3%
- Hispanic: 10.8%
- Asian: 0.0%
- 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: 21.6%
- HS Diploma: 34.5%
- Some College: 15.7%
- Associate's: 13.5%
- Bachelor's: 13.1%
- Graduate+: 1.6%
Mascot Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Knox County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | 195,185 | $54,039 | 20.2% | $239,700 |
| Farragut | 24,634 | $142,093 | 3.8% | $583,400 |
| Powell | 13,739 | $82,434 | 4.1% | $299,400 |
| Halls (Knox County) | 10,272 | $90,933 | 8.0% | $321,300 |
| Karns | 4,115 | $100,043 | 3.8% | $328,600 |
| John Sevier | 1,177 | $46,776 | 13.3% | $144,200 |
Cities Similar to Mascot
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbern | 3,289 | $58,455 | $99,700 | 24.9% | 18.0% |
| Blountville | 3,309 | $54,754 | $177,300 | 15.4% | 8.3% |
| Oliver Springs | 3,281 | $51,183 | $180,900 | 11.5% | 17.0% |
| Wildwood Lake | 3,495 | $62,722 | $231,700 | 16.0% | 15.0% |
| Centerville | 3,535 | $59,167 | $213,400 | 9.5% | 9.6% |
Population Overview
Mascot is a small community located in Tennessee, within Knox County. The total population is 3,277. It ranks as the 155th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mascot is 41.8 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mascot is $60,250. This is 13% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.2%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $206,000. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 66.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mascot is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.8%. The Black or African American population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
14.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 78.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mascot, 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 Mascot, Tennessee?
Mascot, Tennessee has a population of 3,277 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mascot, TN?
The median household income in Mascot is $60,250, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mascot, TN?
The poverty rate in Mascot is 19.2%. This means approximately 622 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mascot, Tennessee?
Mascot's population is 82.6% White, 4.3% Black, 10.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mascot, TN?
The median home value in Mascot is $206,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Mascot, Tennessee?
14.6% of adults (25+) in Mascot hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.