Tullahoma, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tullahoma, Tennessee had a total population of 21,103, the 32nd largest city in Tennessee, with a median household income of $60,979, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.0%.
Tullahoma Quick Facts
How Tullahoma 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 | 19,852 | 21,103 | +6.3% |
| Median household income | $60,022 | $60,979 | No clear change (+1.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $180,299 | $251,900 | +39.7% |
| Median gross rent | $933 | $886 | No clear change (-5.0%) |
How Tullahoma 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: 84.7%
- Black: 6.5%
- Hispanic: 5.1%
- Asian: 0.8%
- Other: 0.1%
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: 9.5%
- HS Diploma: 34.7%
- Some College: 21.7%
- Associate's: 7.6%
- Bachelor's: 13.9%
- Graduate+: 12.7%
Tullahoma Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Coffee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 12,944 | $57,500 | 14.9% | $237,400 |
| New Union | 2,160 | $81,367 | 0.7% | $312,100 |
| Lakewood Park | 1,140 | $42,576 | 33.8% | N/A |
| Hillsboro | 555 | N/A | 15.9% | $273,900 |
Cities Similar to Tullahoma
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Ridge | 22,070 | $62,247 | $211,100 | 24.2% | 13.1% |
| Springfield | 19,255 | $59,465 | $253,600 | 16.6% | 22.4% |
| Shelbyville | 24,661 | $55,073 | $244,000 | 13.1% | 20.7% |
| Sevierville | 18,397 | $52,421 | $289,600 | 24.6% | 15.4% |
| Goodlettsville | 17,597 | $70,758 | $381,900 | 33.1% | 9.7% |
Population Overview
Tullahoma is a small city located in Tennessee, within Coffee County. The total population is 21,103. It ranks as the 32nd most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tullahoma is 38.3 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tullahoma is $60,979. This is 12% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.0%. This is 31% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $251,900. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 64.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tullahoma is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 6.5%. The Black or African American population (6.5%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.
Education
26.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% 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 90.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tullahoma, 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 Tullahoma, Tennessee?
Tullahoma, Tennessee has a population of 21,103 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tullahoma, TN?
The median household income in Tullahoma is $60,979, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tullahoma, TN?
The poverty rate in Tullahoma is 18.0%. This means approximately 3,759 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tullahoma, Tennessee?
Tullahoma's population is 84.7% White, 6.5% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tullahoma, TN?
The median home value in Tullahoma is $251,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Tullahoma, Tennessee?
26.7% of adults (25+) in Tullahoma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.