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Midtown, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midtown, Tennessee had a total population of 1,369, the 268th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $61,154, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.

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

Key Takeaways

Midtown Quick Facts

Population 1,369
Median Household Income $61,154
Median Home Value $218,000
Poverty Rate 8.3%
Unemployment Rate 6.1%
Median Age 52.9 years
Homeownership Rate 67.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.0%
High School Graduation Rate 85.2%
Diversity Index 21/100
Population 1,369 268th of 502
Median Income $61,154 average
Poverty Rate 8.3% 33% lower than national
Median Home Value $218,000 above average

How Midtown 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
Population1,2811,369+6.9%
Median household income$39,597$61,154+54.4%
Median home value$135,700$218,000+60.6%

How Midtown Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.2%
$25K-$50K 17.7%
$50K-$100K 36.8%
$100K+ 16.2%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
7.8%
$10K-$15K
0.0%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
21.5%
$25K-$30K
0.0%
$30K-$35K
5.9%
$35K-$40K
2.6%
$40K-$45K
0.0%
$45K-$50K
9.2%
$50K-$60K
1.3%
$60K-$75K
19.7%
$75K-$100K
15.8%
$100K-$125K
11.3%
$125K-$150K
1.6%
$150K-$200K
3.4%
$200K+
0.0%

Employment

6.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
44.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.3%
Renter 32.8%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $786/mo 15.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

21out 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

Midtown Rankings in Tennessee

#268 Population of 502
#198 Median Income of 453
#393 Education of 502
#184 Home Value of 464

Other Cities in Roane County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Kingston 6,224 $71,675 7.1% $220,000
Harriman 6,090 $44,653 21.2% $153,200
Rockwood 5,566 $47,791 22.1% $128,700

Cities Similar to Midtown

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Baxter1,361$58,750$219,00016.9%20.5%
Olivet1,377$66,635$159,8005.7%21.0%
Lyles1,385$68,036$219,1006.6%8.7%
Gordonsville1,299$57,688$251,40021.8%5.8%
Fincastle1,374$51,591$215,30015.0%18.6%

Population Overview

Midtown is a small community located in Tennessee, within Roane County. The total population is 1,369. It ranks as the 268th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Midtown is 52.9 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. Only 10.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 19.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Midtown is $61,154. This is 12% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 31% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $218,000. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 67.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Midtown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.7%.

Education

10.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 85.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Midtown, 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 Midtown, Tennessee?

Midtown, Tennessee has a population of 1,369 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Midtown, TN?

The median household income in Midtown is $61,154, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Midtown, TN?

The poverty rate in Midtown is 8.3%. This means approximately 114 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Midtown, Tennessee?

Midtown's population is 88.2% White, 0.0% Black, 8.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Midtown, TN?

The median home value in Midtown is $218,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Midtown, Tennessee?

10.0% of adults (25+) in Midtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.