Sunbright, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sunbright, Tennessee had a total population of 792, the 329th largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $59,375, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Sunbright Quick Facts
How Sunbright 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 | 426 | 792 | +85.9% |
| Median household income | $41,717 | $59,375 | +42.3% |
| Median home value¹ | $127,255 | $120,400 | No clear change (-5.4%) |
| Median gross rent | $757 | $765 | No clear change (+1.1%) |
How Sunbright 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: 96.6%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 0.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- 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: 25.4%
- HS Diploma: 43.6%
- Some College: 20.2%
- Associate's: 5.7%
- Bachelor's: 3.0%
- Graduate+: 2.2%
Sunbright Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Morgan County
Cities Similar to Sunbright
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastview | 767 | $58,750 | $153,300 | 16.0% | 16.8% |
| Roan Mountain | 797 | $55,625 | $166,200 | 20.5% | 1.7% |
| Saltillo | 753 | $59,063 | $122,500 | 13.2% | 11.8% |
| Palmer | 818 | $56,447 | $78,900 | 7.4% | 14.7% |
| Puryear | 736 | $59,500 | $125,000 | 14.8% | 20.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 792, Sunbright'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
Sunbright is a small community located in Tennessee, within Morgan County. The total population is 792. It ranks as the 329th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sunbright is 40.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sunbright is $59,375. This is 15% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $120,400. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $286,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Sunbright is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sunbright has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.6% of all residents.
Education
5.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 83% 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 74.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sunbright, 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 Sunbright, Tennessee?
Sunbright, Tennessee has a population of 792 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sunbright, TN?
The median household income in Sunbright is $59,375, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sunbright, TN?
The poverty rate in Sunbright is 14.8%. This means approximately 117 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sunbright, Tennessee?
Sunbright's population is 96.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sunbright, TN?
The median home value in Sunbright is $120,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Sunbright, Tennessee?
5.1% of adults (25+) in Sunbright hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.