Portland, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Portland, Tennessee had a total population of 13,449, the 48th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $72,647, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Portland Quick Facts
How Portland 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 | 13,325 | 13,449 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $72,380 | $72,647 | +0.4% |
| Median home value | $256,400 | $282,200 | +10.1% |
How Portland 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+)
Portland Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Sumner County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville | 63,091 | $97,200 | 6.3% | $430,700 |
| Gallatin | 48,532 | $77,518 | 13.0% | $372,000 |
| White House | 14,631 | $90,019 | 7.0% | $344,800 |
| Millersville | 5,836 | $71,789 | 10.5% | $309,900 |
| Shackle Island | 4,404 | $130,125 | 6.7% | $540,400 |
| Westmoreland | 2,845 | $59,405 | 13.9% | $241,700 |
| Castalian Springs | 678 | $57,917 | 9.3% | $283,100 |
| Walnut Grove (Sumner County) | 575 | $101,806 | 0.0% | $502,300 |
| Cottontown | 374 | N/A | 3.7% | $441,700 |
| Fairfield | 351 | N/A | 24.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Portland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soddy-Daisy | 13,231 | $75,113 | $256,600 | 23.9% | 7.3% |
| Powell | 13,739 | $82,434 | $299,400 | 30.6% | 4.1% |
| Hartsville/Trousdale County | 11,957 | $72,747 | $337,600 | 14.3% | 11.9% |
| Alcoa | 12,222 | $65,714 | $277,100 | 34.1% | 12.9% |
| Manchester | 12,944 | $57,500 | $237,400 | 22.9% | 14.9% |
Population Overview
Portland is a small city located in Tennessee, within Sumner County. The total population is 13,449. It ranks as the 48th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Portland is 34.8 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Portland is $72,647. This is 4% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $282,200. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Portland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
15.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 88.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Portland, 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 Portland, Tennessee?
Portland, Tennessee has a population of 13,449 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Portland, TN?
The median household income in Portland is $72,647, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Portland, TN?
The poverty rate in Portland is 11.2%. This means approximately 1,497 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Portland, Tennessee?
Portland's population is 90.2% White, 2.4% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Portland, TN?
The median home value in Portland is $282,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Portland, Tennessee?
15.1% of adults (25+) in Portland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.