Westpoint, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Westpoint, Tennessee had a total population of 139, the 466th largest community in Tennessee. The poverty rate is 21.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 9.4% is notably above the national average.
Westpoint Quick Facts
How Westpoint 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 | 240 | 139 | -42.1% |
| Median home value | $143,400 | $130,000 | -9.3% |
How Westpoint 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+)
Westpoint 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 |
| St. Joseph | 783 | $49,112 | 13.8% | $171,300 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Westpoint
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norene | 137 | $122,054 | $341,700 | 15.0% | 0.0% |
| Viola | 144 | $48,068 | $262,500 | 13.0% | 24.3% |
| Prospect | 145 | $61,607 | $154,800 | 45.1% | 0.0% |
| Robbins | 133 | $30,737 | $64,500 | 24.8% | 35.3% |
| Holladay | 130 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 139, Westpoint'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
Westpoint is a small community located in Tennessee, within Lawrence County. The total population is 139. It ranks as the 466th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in Westpoint is 44.7 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.6%. This is 57% 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 9.4%. This is 101% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $130,000. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $286,700. 45.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% lower than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Westpoint was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
9.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 60.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Westpoint, 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 Westpoint, Tennessee?
Westpoint, Tennessee has a population of 139 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Westpoint, TN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Westpoint — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Westpoint, TN?
The poverty rate in Westpoint is 21.6%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Westpoint, Tennessee?
Westpoint's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Westpoint, TN?
The median home value in Westpoint is $130,000.
How educated is Westpoint, Tennessee?
9.8% of adults (25+) in Westpoint hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.