Sale Creek, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sale Creek, Tennessee had a total population of 2,955, the 161st largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $53,932, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sale Creek Quick Facts
How Sale Creek 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 | 2,775 | 2,955 | +6.5% |
| Median household income | $60,109 | $53,932 | -10.3% |
| Median home value | $300,900 | $299,700 | -0.4% |
How Sale Creek 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+)
Sale Creek Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Hamilton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | 185,783 | $64,523 | 19.1% | $283,200 |
| East Ridge | 22,070 | $62,247 | 13.1% | $211,100 |
| Soddy-Daisy | 13,231 | $75,113 | 7.3% | $256,600 |
| Middle Valley | 12,187 | $95,000 | 5.1% | $319,400 |
| Red Bank | 12,010 | $63,983 | 12.0% | $269,400 |
| Collegedale | 11,330 | $70,246 | 7.3% | $365,100 |
| Signal Mountain | 8,860 | $141,008 | 3.3% | $544,300 |
| Harrison | 8,011 | $89,395 | 3.9% | $307,400 |
| Apison | 4,271 | $129,307 | 12.4% | $459,000 |
| Falling Water | 2,315 | $111,842 | 7.3% | $420,600 |
Cities Similar to Sale Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dresden | 2,943 | $51,000 | $126,900 | 17.8% | 10.6% |
| South Pittsburg | 3,013 | $57,865 | $187,100 | 9.4% | 21.8% |
| New Tazewell | 2,799 | $53,567 | $183,800 | 11.3% | 12.5% |
| Westmoreland | 2,845 | $59,405 | $241,700 | 16.0% | 13.9% |
| Woodbury | 2,774 | $58,466 | $216,400 | 11.7% | 21.0% |
Population Overview
Sale Creek is a small community located in Tennessee, within Hamilton County. The total population is 2,955. It ranks as the 161st most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sale Creek is 50.8 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sale Creek is $53,932. This is 23% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.0%. This is 64% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $299,700. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 87.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sale Creek has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.5%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 82.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sale Creek, 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 Sale Creek, Tennessee?
Sale Creek, Tennessee has a population of 2,955 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sale Creek, TN?
The median household income in Sale Creek is $53,932, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sale Creek, TN?
The poverty rate in Sale Creek is 5.0%. This means approximately 148 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sale Creek, Tennessee?
Sale Creek's population is 87.2% White, 0.4% Black, 5.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sale Creek, TN?
The median home value in Sale Creek is $299,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.
How educated is Sale Creek, Tennessee?
16.0% of adults (25+) in Sale Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.