Skip to main content

Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee had a total population of 13,231, the 49th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $75,113, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.3%.

Soddy-Daisy Quick Facts

Population 13,23190% MOE ±28
Median Household Income $75,11390% MOE ±$8,773
Median Home Value $256,60090% MOE ±$29,171
Poverty Rate 7.3%90% MOE ±2.9 pts
Unemployment Rate 6.0%90% MOE ±2.2 pts
Median Age 45.6 years90% MOE ±3.0 years
Homeownership Rate 75.7%90% MOE ±4.2 pts
Affordability Ratio 3.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.9%90% MOE ±3.5 pts
Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 89.0%
Diversity Index 14/100
Population 13,231 49th of 502
Median Income $75,113 top 30%
Poverty Rate 7.3% 41% lower than national
Median Home Value $256,600 top 30%

How Soddy-Daisy 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.

Metric2015–20192020–2024Change
Population13,39813,231-1.2%
Median household income$59,193$75,113+26.9%
Median home value¹$179,437$256,600+43.0%
Median gross rent$919$1,047No clear change (+13.9%)
¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How Soddy-Daisy Compares

Median Household Income

Soddy-Daisy
$75,113
TN
$69,595
National
$80,734

Median Home Value

Soddy-Daisy
$256,600
TN
$286,700
National
$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.8%
$25K-$50K 19.5%
$50K-$100K 29.8%
$100K+ 36.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.6%
$10K-$15K
2.9%
$15K-$20K
5.6%
$20K-$25K
2.7%
$25K-$30K
3.4%
$30K-$35K
3.1%
$35K-$40K
6.8%
$40K-$45K
4.0%
$45K-$50K
2.3%
$50K-$60K
6.1%
$60K-$75K
10.5%
$75K-$100K
13.2%
$100K-$125K
10.7%
$125K-$150K
7.6%
$150K-$200K
11.6%
$200K+
7.0%

Employment

6.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
59.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 75.7%
Renter 24.3%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,047/mo 16.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18
19.0%
18-34
17.6%
35-54
25.7%
55-74
27.5%
75+
10.2%

Race & Ethnicity

  • White: 92.7%
  • Black: 0.9%
  • Hispanic: 1.7%
  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Other: 0.4%

Diversity Index

14out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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: 10.9%
  • HS Diploma: 33.5%
  • Some College: 23.0%
  • Associate's: 8.7%
  • Bachelor's: 16.7%
  • Graduate+: 7.1%

Soddy-Daisy Rankings in Tennessee

#49 Population of 502
#110 Median Income of 453
#152 Education of 502
#137 Home Value of 464

Other Cities in Hamilton County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Chattanooga 185,783 $64,523 19.1% $283,200
East Ridge 22,070 $62,247 13.1% $211,100
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
Sale Creek 2,955 $53,932 5.0% $299,700
Falling Water 2,315 $111,842 7.3% $420,600

Cities Similar to Soddy-Daisy

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Portland13,449$72,647$282,20015.1%11.2%
Powell13,739$82,434$299,40030.6%4.1%
Hartsville/Trousdale County11,957$72,747$337,60014.3%11.9%
Alcoa12,222$65,714$277,10034.1%12.9%
Manchester12,944$57,500$237,40022.9%14.9%

Population Overview

Soddy-Daisy is a small city located in Tennessee, within Hamilton County. The total population is 13,231. It ranks as the 49th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Soddy-Daisy is 45.6 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. 10.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Soddy-Daisy is $75,113. This is 8% higher than the state median of $69,595. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $256,600. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 75.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Soddy-Daisy has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) 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%.

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 89.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Soddy-Daisy, 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.

Free data download: Get all Tennessee city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee?

Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee has a population of 13,231 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Soddy-Daisy, TN?

The median household income in Soddy-Daisy is $75,113, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Soddy-Daisy, TN?

The poverty rate in Soddy-Daisy is 7.3%. This means approximately 964 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee?

Soddy-Daisy's population is 92.7% White, 0.9% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Soddy-Daisy, TN?

The median home value in Soddy-Daisy is $256,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee?

23.9% of adults (25+) in Soddy-Daisy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.