White Bluff, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, White Bluff, Tennessee had a total population of 4,080, the 135th largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $69,483, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
White Bluff Quick Facts
How White Bluff 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 | 3,961 | 4,080 | +3.0% |
| Median household income | $68,109 | $69,483 | +2.0% |
| Median home value | $271,500 | $279,900 | +3.1% |
How White Bluff 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+)
White Bluff Rankings in Tennessee
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Other Cities in Dickson County
Cities Similar to White Bluff
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spurgeon | 4,071 | $64,250 | $219,300 | 21.6% | 21.9% |
| Harrogate | 4,368 | $65,586 | $203,900 | 26.4% | 12.4% |
| Trenton | 4,151 | $58,750 | $126,000 | 20.9% | 29.6% |
| Oak Grove (Washington County) | 4,626 | $72,143 | $260,600 | 35.5% | 7.0% |
| Jasper | 3,612 | $73,013 | $209,000 | 25.7% | 10.1% |
Population Overview
White Bluff is a small community located in Tennessee, within Dickson County. The total population is 4,080. It ranks as the 135th most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.
Age Demographics
The median age in White Bluff is 42.7 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. Only 13.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in White Bluff is $69,483. This is about the same as the state median of $69,595. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $279,900. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 77.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 66.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
White Bluff has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.
Education
13.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 80.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for White Bluff, 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 White Bluff, Tennessee?
White Bluff, Tennessee has a population of 4,080 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in White Bluff, TN?
The median household income in White Bluff is $69,483, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in White Bluff, TN?
The poverty rate in White Bluff is 10.2%. This means approximately 417 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of White Bluff, Tennessee?
White Bluff's population is 90.5% White, 1.5% Black, 6.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in White Bluff, TN?
The median home value in White Bluff is $279,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is White Bluff, Tennessee?
13.7% of adults (25+) in White Bluff hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.