Minor Hill city, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Minor Hill city, Tennessee Demographics
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As of 2026, Minor Hill city, Tennessee has a total population of 598, the 361st largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $43,077, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

Minor Hill city Quick Facts

Population 598

Median Household Income $43,077

Median Home Value $140,200

Poverty Rate 16.4%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 31.2 years

Homeownership Rate 61.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.4%

High School Graduation Rate 92.4%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 598 361st of 504

Median Income $43,077 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 16.4% 32% higher national

Median Home Value $140,200 bottom 30%

How Minor Hill city Compares

Median Household Income

Minor Hill city

$43,077

$67,097

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Minor Hill city

$140,200

$256,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.7%

$25K-$50K 42.3%

$50K-$100K 22.7%

$100K+ 17.3%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7% | National: 5.2%

67.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.8%

Renter 38.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.1%

18-34

20.1%

35-54

26.4%

55-74

19.6%

75+

1.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Minor Hill city Rankings in Tennessee

#361 Population of 504

#373 Median Income of 504

#293 Education of 504

#327 Home Value of 504

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Cities Similar to Minor Hill city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Big Sandy town	589	$43,036	$62,300	7.1%	17.3%
Darden CDP	612	N/A	N/A	12.3%	5.7%
Gates town	612	$39,815	$88,500	10.9%	24.2%
Henry town	588	$48,125	$75,000	9.0%	27.2%
Beersheba Springs town	610	$50,000	$102,700	4.4%	23.9%

Population Overview

Minor Hill city is a small community located in Tennessee. The total population is 598. It ranks as the 361st most populous out of 504 cities and towns in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Minor Hill city is 31.2 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 38.9 years. With 32.1% of the population under 18, Minor Hill city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Minor Hill city is $43,077. This is 36% lower than the state median of $67,097. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 45% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $140,200. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $256,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 61.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Minor Hill city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.3%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 15.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.

Education

14.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 30.4%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Minor Hill city, Tennessee is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Tennessee state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 504 Census-designated places in Tennessee. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Minor Hill city, Tennessee?

Minor Hill city, Tennessee has a population of 598 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Minor Hill city, TN?

The median household income in Minor Hill city is $43,077, which is 45% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Minor Hill city, TN?

The poverty rate in Minor Hill city is 16.4%. This means approximately 98 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Minor Hill city, Tennessee?

Minor Hill city's population is 92.5% White, 0.5% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Minor Hill city, TN?

The median home value in Minor Hill city is $140,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Minor Hill city, Tennessee?

14.4% of adults (25+) in Minor Hill city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.