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White Pine, Tennessee Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, White Pine, Tennessee had a total population of 2,565, the 181st largest town in Tennessee, with a median household income of $55,313, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

White Pine Quick Facts

Population 2,565
Median Household Income $55,313
Median Home Value $203,900
Poverty Rate 11.6%
Unemployment Rate 4.1%
Median Age 41.7 years
Homeownership Rate 65.7%
Affordability Ratio 3.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.7%
High School Graduation Rate 79.2%
Diversity Index 24/100
Population 2,565 181st of 502
Median Income $55,313 average
Poverty Rate 11.6% 7% lower than national
Median Home Value $203,900 average

How White Pine Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,5572,565+0.3%
Median household income$55,000$55,313+0.6%
Median home value$196,600$203,900+3.7%

How White Pine Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.0%
$25K-$50K 26.1%
$50K-$100K 30.8%
$100K+ 23.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.3%
$10K-$15K
4.9%
$15K-$20K
5.5%
$20K-$25K
5.4%
$25K-$30K
2.8%
$30K-$35K
2.9%
$35K-$40K
9.2%
$40K-$45K
6.2%
$45K-$50K
4.9%
$50K-$60K
5.3%
$60K-$75K
12.8%
$75K-$100K
12.8%
$100K-$125K
8.7%
$125K-$150K
4.1%
$150K-$200K
6.2%
$200K+
4.2%

Employment

4.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
62.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.7%
Renter 34.3%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $797/mo 17.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

24out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

White Pine Rankings in Tennessee

#181 Population of 502
#248 Median Income of 453
#235 Education of 502
#216 Home Value of 464

Other Cities in Hamblen County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Morristown 31,527 $47,917 26.0% $181,100
Russellville 684 $48,203 13.3% $96,400

Cities Similar to White Pine

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Mosheim2,511$48,986$160,7007.9%17.4%
Estill Springs2,695$59,205$204,00018.3%13.6%
Bells2,373$56,027$169,00015.0%25.7%
South Carthage2,364$55,662$200,30018.5%17.2%
Walnut Hill2,415$51,742$219,90026.0%5.9%

Population Overview

White Pine is a small community located in Tennessee, within Hamblen County. The total population is 2,565. It ranks as the 181st most populous out of 502 Census-designated places in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in White Pine is 41.7 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in White Pine is $55,313. This is 21% lower than the state median of $69,595. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $203,900. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $286,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 65.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

White Pine has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.4%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 1.9%.

Education

17.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 79.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for White Pine, 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 Pine, Tennessee?

White Pine, Tennessee has a population of 2,565 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in White Pine, TN?

The median household income in White Pine is $55,313, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in White Pine, TN?

The poverty rate in White Pine is 11.6%. This means approximately 294 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of White Pine, Tennessee?

White Pine's population is 86.3% White, 0.0% Black, 9.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in White Pine, TN?

The median home value in White Pine is $203,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is White Pine, Tennessee?

17.7% of adults (25+) in White Pine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.