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Sevierville, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sevierville, Tennessee had a total population of 18,397, the 34th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $52,421, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Sevierville Quick Facts

Population 18,397
Median Household Income $52,421
Median Home Value $289,600
Poverty Rate 15.4%
Unemployment Rate 4.4%
Median Age 39.6 years
Homeownership Rate 50.6%
Affordability Ratio 5.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.6%
High School Graduation Rate 87.4%
Diversity Index 49/100
Population 18,397 34th of 502
Median Income $52,421 below average
Poverty Rate 15.4% 23% higher than national
Median Home Value $289,600 top 30%

How Sevierville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population18,10518,397+1.6%
Median household income$55,106$52,421-4.9%
Median home value$264,000$289,600+9.7%

How Sevierville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.7%
$25K-$50K 27.3%
$50K-$100K 29.5%
$100K+ 22.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.7%
$10K-$15K
6.4%
$15K-$20K
5.9%
$20K-$25K
3.7%
$25K-$30K
7.0%
$30K-$35K
4.7%
$35K-$40K
4.6%
$40K-$45K
5.6%
$45K-$50K
5.4%
$50K-$60K
7.1%
$60K-$75K
9.8%
$75K-$100K
12.6%
$100K-$125K
6.4%
$125K-$150K
7.0%
$150K-$200K
5.0%
$200K+
4.0%

Employment

4.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
64.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 50.6%
Renter 49.4%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,081/mo 24.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

49out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Sevierville Rankings in Tennessee

#34 Population of 502
#279 Median Income of 453
#144 Education of 502
#106 Home Value of 464

Other Cities in Sevier County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Pigeon Forge 6,375 $53,261 21.0% $291,800
Gatlinburg 3,663 $53,475 13.5% $332,000
Pittman Center 583 $78,125 6.9% $432,000
Fairgarden 262 N/A 0.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Sevierville

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Springfield19,255$59,465$253,60016.6%22.4%
Dyersburg15,979$52,064$168,30021.9%21.6%
Greeneville15,646$49,889$227,40026.8%18.5%
Goodlettsville17,597$70,758$381,90033.1%9.7%
Tullahoma21,103$60,979$251,90026.7%18.0%

Population Overview

Sevierville is a small city located in Tennessee, within Sevier County. The total population is 18,397. It ranks as the 34th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sevierville is 39.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sevierville is $52,421. This is 25% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $289,600. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.5x. 50.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Sevierville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.0%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (22.0% vs 7.4%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.2% vs 1.9%).

Education

24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 87.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sevierville, 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 Sevierville, Tennessee?

Sevierville, Tennessee has a population of 18,397 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sevierville, TN?

The median household income in Sevierville is $52,421, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Sevierville, TN?

The poverty rate in Sevierville is 15.4%. This means approximately 2,748 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sevierville, Tennessee?

Sevierville's population is 67.9% White, 2.1% Black, 22.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sevierville, TN?

The median home value in Sevierville is $289,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.5x.

How educated is Sevierville, Tennessee?

24.6% of adults (25+) in Sevierville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.