Rutledge, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rutledge, Tennessee had a total population of 1,676, the 246th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $50,045, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Rutledge Quick Facts
How Rutledge 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 | 1,521 | 1,676 | +10.2% |
| Median household income | $41,000 | $50,045 | +22.1% |
| Median home value | $152,300 | $154,400 | +1.4% |
How Rutledge 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+)
Rutledge Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Grainger County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine | 3,213 | $77,092 | 8.9% | $297,400 |
Cities Similar to Rutledge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loretto | 1,731 | $55,592 | $161,900 | 21.0% | 8.6% |
| Englewood | 1,818 | $51,094 | $140,000 | 6.8% | 21.2% |
| Troy | 1,827 | $51,711 | $114,800 | 20.3% | 13.6% |
| Kimball | 1,639 | $60,543 | $231,400 | 21.0% | 6.9% |
| Tracy City | 1,682 | $39,479 | $136,300 | 11.6% | 24.2% |
Population Overview
Rutledge is a small community located in Tennessee, within Grainger County. The total population is 1,676. It ranks as the 246th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rutledge is 46.7 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rutledge is $50,045. This is 28% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.8%. This is 80% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.8%. This is 66% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $154,400. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 58.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Rutledge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
13.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 83.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rutledge, 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 Rutledge, Tennessee?
Rutledge, Tennessee has a population of 1,676 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rutledge, TN?
The median household income in Rutledge is $50,045, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rutledge, TN?
The poverty rate in Rutledge is 24.8%. This means approximately 384 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rutledge, Tennessee?
Rutledge's population is 93.1% White, 2.1% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rutledge, TN?
The median home value in Rutledge is $154,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Rutledge, Tennessee?
13.6% of adults (25+) in Rutledge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.