Seymour, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Seymour, Tennessee had a total population of 16,216, the 37th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $82,855, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
Seymour Quick Facts
How Seymour Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,193 | 16,216 | +44.9% |
| Median household income | $71,102 | $82,855 | No clear change (+16.5%) |
| Median home value¹ | $211,313 | $308,100 | +45.8% |
| Median gross rent | $1,124 | $1,515 | +34.8% |
How Seymour Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 95.2%
- Black: 0.2%
- Hispanic: 1.7%
- Asian: 0.3%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 5.5%
- HS Diploma: 38.0%
- Some College: 24.0%
- Associate's: 8.5%
- Bachelor's: 18.1%
- Graduate+: 5.8%
Seymour Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Blount County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryville | 32,392 | $81,963 | 6.7% | $358,100 |
| Alcoa | 12,222 | $65,714 | 12.9% | $277,100 |
| Eagleton Village | 5,598 | $71,875 | 11.8% | $197,700 |
| Louisville | 4,383 | $89,744 | 11.8% | $379,900 |
| Vonore | 2,191 | $58,317 | 10.1% | $290,900 |
| Friendsville | 980 | $69,063 | 12.4% | $217,800 |
| Wildwood | 968 | $87,083 | 22.6% | $212,200 |
| Rockford | 824 | $71,094 | 8.9% | $283,500 |
| Townsend | 701 | $85,921 | 5.1% | $370,700 |
| Walland | 377 | $63,906 | 0.0% | $271,100 |
Cities Similar to Seymour
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickson | 16,424 | $69,678 | $292,600 | 17.8% | 12.8% |
| White House | 14,631 | $90,019 | $344,800 | 26.8% | 7.0% |
| Goodlettsville | 17,597 | $70,758 | $381,900 | 33.1% | 9.7% |
| Powell | 13,739 | $82,434 | $299,400 | 30.6% | 4.1% |
| Dyersburg | 15,979 | $52,064 | $168,300 | 21.9% | 21.6% |
Population Overview
Seymour is a small city located in Tennessee, within Blount County. The total population is 16,216. It ranks as the 37th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Seymour is 42.2 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Seymour is $82,855. This is 19% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $308,100. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Seymour has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 7.4%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Seymour, 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 Seymour, Tennessee?
Seymour, Tennessee has a population of 16,216 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Seymour, TN?
The median household income in Seymour is $82,855, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Seymour, TN?
The poverty rate in Seymour is 8.3%. This means approximately 1,340 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Seymour, Tennessee?
Seymour's population is 95.2% White, 0.2% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Seymour, TN?
The median home value in Seymour is $308,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Seymour, Tennessee?
23.9% of adults (25+) in Seymour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.