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Population Review

Crossville, Tennessee Population 2026

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

The population of Crossville, Tennessee is 12,265 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 52nd-largest city in Tennessee. The median household income is $50,672, the median home value is $230,300, and the median age is 40.8.

The population has grown 17.7% since 2010 (10,865 → 12,785).

12,265

Population

600

People / sq mi

$50,672

Median Income

$230,300

Median Home Value

Crossville covers 20.4 sq mi of land at 600 people per square mile.

About Crossville, TN

Crossville is a city in Tennessee with a population of 12,265. It ranks #52 among cities in Tennessee by population. The median age is 40.8, older than the national median. The population is 45.8% male and 54.2% female.

The median household income in Crossville is $50,672, below the US median of $74,580. 13.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $230,300, with monthly rent averaging $827. The homeownership rate of 54.0% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Crossville reflects 18.4% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 5.6% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 19.8 minutes each way.

Crossville city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Crossville city had a population of 10,865 in 2010 and 12,785 in 2024, a 17.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,785 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.17%.

2024 · 13K20102024

12,785

Population (2024)

10,865

Population (2010)

12,785

Peak (2024)

1.17%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201010,865
201111,007
201211,165
201311,248
201411,317
201511,371
201611,432
201711,496
201811,634
201911,779
202012,081
202112,206
202212,431
202312,644
202412,785

Race & Ethnicity

White91.2%
Black or African American3.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$50,672

Median Household Income

$28,198

Per Capita Income

13.5%

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$230,300

Median Home Value

$827

Median Rent

54.0%

Owner-Occupied

Education

87.5%

High School+

18.4%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.3%

Drive Alone

84.0%

Public Transit

5.6%

Work From Home

19.8 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

47.6%

Foreign Born

94.4%

Non-English at Home

6.8%

Veterans

21.9%

With Disability

84.2%

Health Insurance

93.1%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Manufacturing15.1%
Education, Health Care & Social Services14.8%
Professional, Scientific & Management13.3%
Retail Trade9.6%
Construction5.2%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate5.1%
Information5.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.8%
Public Administration4.3%
Agriculture & Mining2.9%
Transportation & Warehousing2.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Crossville, Tennessee has a population of 12,265 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 52nd-largest city in Tennessee.

The median household income in Crossville, Tennessee is $50,672, with 13.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Crossville, Tennessee is $230,300, with median monthly rent at $827 and a homeownership rate of 54.0%.

The median age in Crossville, Tennessee is 40.8 years. The population is 45.8% male and 54.2% female.

The population has grown 17.7% since 2010 (10,865 → 12,785).

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

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