Wartrace, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wartrace, Tennessee had a total population of 630, the 360th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $50,417, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 23.2%.
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 10.4% is notably above the national average.
Wartrace Quick Facts
How Wartrace 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 | 661 | 630 | No clear change (-4.7%) |
| Median household income | $53,843 | $50,417 | No clear change (-6.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $128,855 | $206,800 | +60.5% |
| Median gross rent | $923 | $802 | No clear change (-13.1%) |
How Wartrace 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: 91.0%
- Black: 1.8%
- Hispanic: 3.6%
- 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: 7.0%
- HS Diploma: 40.5%
- Some College: 27.6%
- Associate's: 1.6%
- Bachelor's: 14.2%
- Graduate+: 9.1%
Wartrace Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Bedford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelbyville | 24,661 | $55,073 | 20.7% | $244,000 |
| Unionville | 1,275 | $70,541 | 1.4% | $280,500 |
| Bell Buckle | 529 | $86,250 | 11.8% | $306,600 |
| Normandy | 106 | $59,792 | 19.8% | $202,800 |
Cities Similar to Wartrace
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gates | 619 | $51,146 | $96,300 | 6.7% | 28.6% |
| Griffith Creek | 586 | N/A | N/A | 3.8% | 21.0% |
| Darden | 582 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 7.0% |
| Finger | 669 | $53,750 | $99,700 | 7.3% | 9.4% |
| Russellville | 684 | $48,203 | $96,400 | 31.0% | 13.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 630, Wartrace'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
Wartrace is a small community located in Tennessee, within Bedford County. The total population is 630. It ranks as the 360th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wartrace is 32.4 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 38.9 years. With 30.8% of the population under 18, Wartrace has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wartrace is $50,417. This is 28% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.2%. This is 68% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 10.4%. This is 123% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $206,800. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wartrace has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.6%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 15.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 7.4%.
Education
23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 93.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wartrace, 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 Wartrace, Tennessee?
Wartrace, Tennessee has a population of 630 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wartrace, TN?
The median household income in Wartrace is $50,417, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wartrace, TN?
The poverty rate in Wartrace is 23.2%. This means approximately 144 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wartrace, Tennessee?
Wartrace's population is 91.0% White, 1.8% Black, 3.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wartrace, TN?
The median home value in Wartrace is $206,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Wartrace, Tennessee?
23.3% of adults (25+) in Wartrace hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.