Minor Hill, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Minor Hill, Tennessee had a total population of 704, the 345th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $52,845, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Minor Hill Quick Facts
How Minor Hill Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 598 | 704 | +17.7% |
| Median household income | $43,077 | $52,845 | +22.7% |
| Median home value | $140,200 | $172,900 | +23.3% |
How Minor Hill Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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+)
Minor Hill Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Giles County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulaski | 8,285 | $48,538 | 25.7% | $194,400 |
| Elkton | 469 | $66,944 | 20.0% | $202,600 |
| Lynnville | 465 | $63,333 | 17.0% | $175,000 |
| Prospect | 145 | $61,607 | 0.0% | $154,800 |
| Frankewing | 19 | $95,357 | 0.0% | $225,000 |
Cities Similar to Minor Hill
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finger | 669 | $53,750 | $99,700 | 7.3% | 9.4% |
| Russellville | 684 | $48,203 | $96,400 | 31.0% | 13.3% |
| Stanton | 704 | $61,618 | $172,900 | 16.2% | 14.0% |
| Castalian Springs | 678 | $57,917 | $283,100 | 30.2% | 9.3% |
| Moscow | 768 | $51,250 | $147,800 | 5.2% | 25.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 704, Minor Hill's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Minor Hill is a small community located in Tennessee, within Giles County. The total population is 704. It ranks as the 345th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Minor Hill is 34.2 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Minor Hill is $52,845. This is 24% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $172,900. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 57.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Minor Hill has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 7.4%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
16.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 93.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Minor Hill, 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 Minor Hill, Tennessee?
Minor Hill, Tennessee has a population of 704 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Minor Hill, TN?
The median household income in Minor Hill is $52,845, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Minor Hill, TN?
The poverty rate in Minor Hill is 16.3%. This means approximately 115 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Minor Hill, Tennessee?
Minor Hill's population is 95.5% White, 0.0% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Minor Hill, TN?
The median home value in Minor Hill is $172,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Minor Hill, Tennessee?
16.4% of adults (25+) in Minor Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.