St. Joseph, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. Joseph, Tennessee had a total population of 783, the 330th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $49,112, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.
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 0.8%.
St. Joseph Quick Facts
How St. Joseph 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 | 788 | 783 | -0.6% |
| Median household income | $46,786 | $49,112 | +5.0% |
| Median home value | $121,900 | $171,300 | +40.5% |
How St. Joseph 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+)
St. Joseph Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Lawrence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrenceburg | 11,844 | $42,343 | 21.5% | $184,600 |
| Loretto | 1,731 | $55,592 | 8.6% | $161,900 |
| Summertown | 733 | $89,688 | 1.4% | $213,500 |
| Ethridge | 419 | $45,313 | 4.8% | $178,300 |
| Leoma | 374 | $87,569 | 1.3% | $401,700 |
| Iron City | 282 | N/A | 47.3% | $41,000 |
| Westpoint | 139 | N/A | 21.6% | $130,000 |
Cities Similar to St. Joseph
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moscow | 768 | $51,250 | $147,800 | 5.2% | 25.4% |
| Riceville | 823 | $51,100 | $286,500 | 25.3% | 6.7% |
| Roan Mountain | 797 | $55,625 | $166,200 | 20.5% | 1.7% |
| Mooresburg | 755 | $43,387 | $181,100 | 10.3% | 31.3% |
| Sunbright | 792 | $59,375 | $120,400 | 5.1% | 14.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 783, St. Joseph'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
St. Joseph is a small community located in Tennessee, within Lawrence County. The total population is 783. It ranks as the 330th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in St. Joseph is 39.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in St. Joseph is $49,112. This is 29% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $171,300. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
St. Joseph has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.6%. The Black or African American population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
10.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 86.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for St. Joseph, 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 St. Joseph, Tennessee?
St. Joseph, Tennessee has a population of 783 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in St. Joseph, TN?
The median household income in St. Joseph is $49,112, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in St. Joseph, TN?
The poverty rate in St. Joseph is 13.8%. This means approximately 108 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of St. Joseph, Tennessee?
St. Joseph's population is 90.7% White, 3.6% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in St. Joseph, TN?
The median home value in St. Joseph is $171,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is St. Joseph, Tennessee?
10.4% of adults (25+) in St. Joseph hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.