Tracy City town, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Tracy City town, Tennessee Demographics
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As of 2026, Tracy City town, Tennessee has a total population of 1,924, the 221st largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $38,250, which is 43% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 43% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Tracy City town Quick Facts

Population 1,924

Median Household Income $38,250

Median Home Value $116,000

Poverty Rate 19.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 35.7 years

Homeownership Rate 59.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.3%

High School Graduation Rate 74.5%

Diversity Index 10/100

Population 1,924 221st of 504

Median Income $38,250 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 19.8% 59% higher national

Median Home Value $116,000 bottom 20%

How Tracy City town Compares

Median Household Income

Tracy City town

$38,250

$67,097

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Tracy City town

$116,000

$256,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 33.8%

$25K-$50K 19.3%

$50K-$100K 24.5%

$100K+ 22.4%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7% | National: 5.2%

51.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.6%

Renter 40.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.7%

18-34

18.1%

35-54

21.1%

55-74

24.1%

75+

6.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Tracy City town Rankings in Tennessee

#221 Population of 504

#420 Median Income of 504

#296 Education of 504

#383 Home Value of 504

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Cities Similar to Tracy City town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Central CDP	1,944	$42,292	$126,700	14.2%	14.0%
Halls town	1,984	$40,735	$100,200	6.8%	18.2%
Jellico city	1,821	$41,111	$143,000	19.5%	24.8%
Cowan city	1,777	$37,295	$122,500	11.8%	38.7%
Bon Aqua Junction CDP	1,877	$33,295	$174,800	7.7%	21.9%

Population Overview

Tracy City town is a small community located in Tennessee. The total population is 1,924. It ranks as the 221st most populous out of 504 cities and towns in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Tracy City town is 35.7 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.9 years. With 29.7% of the population under 18, Tracy City town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Tracy City town is $38,250. This is 43% lower than the state median of $67,097. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 51% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.8%. This is 44% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $116,000. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $256,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 59.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Tracy City town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 15.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 7.1%.

Education

14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 30.4%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Tracy City town, Tennessee is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Tennessee state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 504 Census-designated places in Tennessee. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Tracy City town, Tennessee?

Tracy City town, Tennessee has a population of 1,924 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Tracy City town, TN?

The median household income in Tracy City town is $38,250, which is 51% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Tracy City town, TN?

The poverty rate in Tracy City town is 19.8%. This means approximately 366 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Tracy City town, Tennessee?

Tracy City town's population is 94.8% White, 0.2% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Tracy City town, TN?

The median home value in Tracy City town is $116,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Tracy City town, Tennessee?

14.3% of adults (25+) in Tracy City town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.