Slayden, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Slayden, Tennessee had a total population of 189, the 452nd largest town in Tennessee. The poverty rate is 19.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.
Slayden Quick Facts
How Slayden 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 | 128 | 189 | +47.7% |
How Slayden 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+)
Slayden Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Dickson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickson | 16,424 | $69,678 | 12.8% | $292,600 |
| White Bluff | 4,080 | $69,483 | 10.2% | $279,900 |
| Charlotte | 2,164 | $58,750 | 11.7% | $252,900 |
| Burns | 1,884 | $69,167 | 9.2% | $286,400 |
| Vanleer | 666 | $67,375 | 11.3% | $225,000 |
Cities Similar to Slayden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farner | 197 | $29,464 | $117,200 | 14.8% | 31.0% |
| Medon | 201 | $71,250 | $153,100 | 15.6% | 1.5% |
| Statesville | 201 | N/A | N/A | 88.9% | 0.0% |
| Mitchellville | 176 | $40,000 | $157,800 | 3.1% | 33.0% |
| Briceville | 175 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 25.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 189, Slayden's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Slayden is a small community located in Tennessee, within Dickson County. The total population is 189. It ranks as the 452nd most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Slayden is 49.8 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 19.1%. This is 38% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $275,000. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $286,700. 77.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Slayden is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (14.8% vs 7.4%).
Education
22.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 79.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Slayden, 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 Slayden, Tennessee?
Slayden, Tennessee has a population of 189 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Slayden, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Slayden — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Slayden, TN?
The poverty rate in Slayden is 19.1%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Slayden, Tennessee?
Slayden's population is 84.1% White, 0.0% Black, 14.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Slayden, TN?
The median home value in Slayden is $275,000.
How educated is Slayden, Tennessee?
22.4% of adults (25+) in Slayden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.