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Population Review

Collegedale, Tennessee Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Collegedale, Tennessee is 11,185 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 58th-largest city in Tennessee. The median household income is $64,905, the median home value is $332,700, and the median age is 36.3.

The population has grown 34.1% since 2010 (8,580 → 11,510).

11,185

Population

896

People / sq mi

$64,905

Median Income

$332,700

Median Home Value

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Collegedale covers 12.5 sq mi of land at 896 people per square mile.

About Collegedale, TN

Collegedale is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 56.1% of the population. Collegedale is a city in Tennessee with a population of 11,185.

The typical household here earns about $64,905, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.4%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $332,700, with typical rent around $1,435.

Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 47.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 18.8%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Collegedale, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

Collegedale city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Collegedale city had a population of 8,580 in 2010 and 11,510 in 2024, a 34.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,512 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 2.19%.

2017 · 12K20102024
Collegedale city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

11,510

Population (2024)

8,580

Population (2010)

11,512

Peak (2017)

2.19%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20108,580
20118,826
20129,584
20139,622
201410,693
201510,759
201611,441
201711,512
201811,316
201911,378
202011,122
202111,238
202211,276
202311,489
202411,510

Race & Ethnicity

White72.6%
Black or African American11.1%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$64,905

Median Household Income

$37,448

Per Capita Income

8.4%

Poverty Rate

1.5%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$332,700

Median Home Value

$1,435

Median Rent

43.5%

Owner-Occupied

Education

90.5%

High School+

47.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

61.8%

Public Transit

18.8%

Work From Home

20.9 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

56.1%

Foreign Born

84.8%

Non-English at Home

6.6%

Veterans

13.8%

With Disability

94.1%

Health Insurance

94.0%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management31.4%
Manufacturing12.4%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate11.1%
Education, Health Care & Social Services8.9%
Information7.9%
Retail Trade4.9%
Construction4.6%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.2%
Transportation & Warehousing0.9%
Agriculture & Mining0.7%
Public Administration0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Collegedale, Tennessee has a population of 11,185 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 58th-largest city in Tennessee.

The median household income in Collegedale, Tennessee is $64,905, with 8.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Collegedale, Tennessee is $332,700, with median monthly rent at $1,435 and a homeownership rate of 43.5%.

The median age in Collegedale, Tennessee is 36.3 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.

The population has grown 34.1% since 2010 (8,580 → 11,510).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.