Oakland town, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Oakland town, Tennessee Demographics
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As of 2026, Oakland town, Tennessee has a total population of 9,544, the 69th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $89,240, which is 33% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 33% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Tennessee.

Oakland town Quick Facts

Population 9,544

Median Household Income $89,240

Median Home Value $297,300

Poverty Rate 6.2%

Unemployment Rate 2.9%

Median Age 40.6 years

Homeownership Rate 88.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.6%

High School Graduation Rate 95.9%

Diversity Index 42/100

Population 9,544 69th of 504

Median Income $89,240 top 20%

Poverty Rate 6.2% 50% lower national

Median Home Value $297,300 top 20%

How Oakland town Compares

Median Household Income

Oakland town

$89,240

$67,097

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Oakland town

$297,300

$256,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.2%

$25K-$50K 13.9%

$50K-$100K 34.3%

$100K+ 42.6%

Employment

2.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7% | National: 5.2%

67.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.1%

Renter 11.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.5%

18-34

18.4%

35-54

26.9%

55-74

26.5%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Oakland town Rankings in Tennessee

#69 Population of 504

#57 Median Income of 504

#100 Education of 504

#77 Home Value of 504

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Cities Similar to Oakland town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Halls CDP	9,455	$89,032	$275,900	35.0%	5.8%
Fairview city	9,751	$88,333	$354,900	36.9%	11.6%
Atoka town	10,237	$86,922	$283,500	27.7%	6.6%
Harrison CDP	8,446	$89,753	$254,600	40.0%	4.3%
Fairfield Glade CDP	9,149	$73,569	$321,300	31.4%	7.9%

Population Overview

Oakland town is a small city located in Tennessee. The total population is 9,544. It ranks as the 69th most populous out of 504 cities and towns in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Oakland town is 40.6 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Oakland town is $89,240. This is 33% higher than the state median of $67,097. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.2%. This is 55% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $297,300. Housing costs are 16% higher than the state median of $256,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 88.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Oakland town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 23.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (23.7% vs 15.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.

Education

30.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average 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 95.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Oakland town, 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 Oakland town, Tennessee?

Oakland town, Tennessee has a population of 9,544 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Oakland town, TN?

The median household income in Oakland town is $89,240, which is 14% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Oakland town, TN?

The poverty rate in Oakland town is 6.2%. This means approximately 593 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Oakland town, Tennessee?

Oakland town's population is 72.1% White, 23.7% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Oakland town, TN?

The median home value in Oakland town is $297,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Oakland town, Tennessee?

30.6% of adults (25+) in Oakland town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.