Tennessee

#15 in USSouth

The Volunteer State Ā· Tennessee (TN) has a population of 7,126,489 people, making it the #15 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Nashville and the largest city is Nashville.

Population

7.1M

#15 of 51

Area

42,144 mi²

109,153 km²

Density

65/km²

169/mi²

Capital

Nashville

Median Income

$68K

Below national avg

Unemployment

4%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

39.1

US Share

2.13%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

6,910,840

2023 Estimate

7,126,489

Change

+215,649 (+3.1%)

Race & Ethnicity

White72.3%
Hispanic/Latino7.5%
Black15.3%
Asian1.8%
Two or More Races7.4%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.3%
Other2.8%

Age Distribution

Under 1821.9%
18 to 6460.6%
65 and over17.5%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$67,631
Poverty Rate
14%
Unemployment Rate
4%
Bachelor's Degree+
31.7%

Largest Cities in Tennessee

NashvilleMemphisKnoxvilleChattanoogaClarksville

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Tennessee?

Tennessee has a population of 7,126,489 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #15 among all US states by population, representing 2.13% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Tennessee?

The capital of Tennessee is Nashville. The largest cities include Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville.

What is the median household income in Tennessee?

The median household income in Tennessee is $67,631, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Tennessee growing?

Tennessee has grown 3.1% since the 2020 Census, from 6,910,840 to 7,126,489.

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