Shackle Island, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Shackle Island, Tennessee had a total population of 4,404, the 128th largest community in Tennessee, with a median household income of $130,125, which is 87% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 87% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Tennessee.
Shackle Island Quick Facts
How Shackle Island 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 | 3,112 | 4,404 | +41.5% |
| Median household income | $138,894 | $130,125 | No clear change (-6.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $385,704 | $540,400 | +40.1% |
How Shackle Island 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: 86.8%
- Black: 7.4%
- Hispanic: 4.2%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.8%
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: 4.2%
- HS Diploma: 25.7%
- Some College: 26.5%
- Associate's: 8.7%
- Bachelor's: 21.6%
- Graduate+: 13.2%
Shackle Island 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 |
| Portland | 13,449 | $72,647 | 11.2% | $282,200 |
| Millersville | 5,836 | $71,789 | 10.5% | $309,900 |
| 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 Shackle Island
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apison | 4,271 | $129,307 | $459,000 | 39.0% | 12.4% |
| Coopertown | 4,640 | $118,241 | $421,500 | 32.5% | 9.2% |
| Louisville | 4,383 | $89,744 | $379,900 | 38.9% | 11.8% |
| Karns | 4,115 | $100,043 | $328,600 | 43.5% | 3.8% |
| Christiana | 4,777 | $100,683 | $361,900 | 30.1% | 4.9% |
Population Overview
Shackle Island is a small community located in Tennessee, within Sumner County. The total population is 4,404. It ranks as the 128th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Shackle Island is 46.1 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Shackle Island is $130,125. This is 87% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 61% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 51% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.2%. This is 54% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $540,400. Housing costs are 88% higher than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 93.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Shackle Island has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.4%. The Black or African American population (7.4%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
34.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% higher 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 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Shackle Island, 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 Shackle Island, Tennessee?
Shackle Island, Tennessee has a population of 4,404 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Shackle Island, TN?
The median household income in Shackle Island is $130,125, which is 61% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Shackle Island, TN?
The poverty rate in Shackle Island is 6.7%. This means approximately 288 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Shackle Island, Tennessee?
Shackle Island's population is 86.8% White, 7.4% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Shackle Island, TN?
The median home value in Shackle Island is $540,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.
How educated is Shackle Island, Tennessee?
34.8% of adults (25+) in Shackle Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.