Orebank, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Orebank, Tennessee had a total population of 816, the 327th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $67,740, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Orebank Quick Facts
How Orebank 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 | 777 | 816 | +5.0% |
| Median household income | $67,207 | $67,740 | +0.8% |
| Median home value | $171,300 | $185,100 | +8.1% |
How Orebank 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+)
Orebank Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Sullivan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson City | 72,222 | $57,254 | 20.3% | $268,200 |
| Kingsport | 56,262 | $52,490 | 20.7% | $234,100 |
| Bristol | 27,636 | $58,162 | 13.6% | $194,500 |
| Bloomingdale | 9,292 | $52,317 | 25.7% | $165,500 |
| Spurgeon | 4,071 | $64,250 | 21.9% | $219,300 |
| Blountville | 3,309 | $54,754 | 8.3% | $177,300 |
| Colonial Heights | 3,258 | $80,148 | 4.7% | $217,100 |
| Walnut Hill | 2,415 | $51,742 | 5.9% | $219,900 |
| Bluff City | 2,225 | $61,059 | 15.3% | $157,400 |
| Sullivan Gardens | 1,267 | $46,754 | 8.0% | $194,800 |
Cities Similar to Orebank
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford | 824 | $71,094 | $283,500 | 26.2% | 8.9% |
| Palmer | 818 | $56,447 | $78,900 | 7.4% | 14.7% |
| Sunbright | 792 | $59,375 | $120,400 | 5.1% | 14.8% |
| Telford | 731 | $69,200 | $228,600 | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| Roan Mountain | 797 | $55,625 | $166,200 | 20.5% | 1.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 816, Orebank'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
Orebank is a small community located in Tennessee, within Sullivan County. The total population is 816. It ranks as the 327th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Orebank is 40.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Orebank is $67,740. This is 3% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 27% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $185,100. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $286,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Orebank is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Orebank has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.4%.
Education
25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 98.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Orebank, 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 Orebank, Tennessee?
Orebank, Tennessee has a population of 816 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Orebank, TN?
The median household income in Orebank is $67,740, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Orebank, TN?
The poverty rate in Orebank is 12.5%. This means approximately 102 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Orebank, Tennessee?
Orebank's population is 86.4% White, 0.0% Black, 6.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Orebank, TN?
The median home value in Orebank is $185,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Orebank, Tennessee?
25.9% of adults (25+) in Orebank hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.