Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee is 684,298 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Tennessee. The median household income is $75,197, the median home value is $383,100, and the median age is 34.4.
The population has grown 16.6% since 2010 (604,589 → 704,963).
684,298
Population
1439
People / sq mi
$75,197
Median Income
$383,100
Median Home Value
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Nashville-Davidson covers 475.6 sq mi of land at 1439 people per square mile.
About Nashville-Davidson, TN
Age is the most distinctive thing about Nashville-Davidson: a median age of 34.4, younger than the national median. With 684,298 residents, Nashville-Davidson is a city in Tennessee. It is the #1-largest of all cities in Tennessee nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $75,197 — near the US median of $78,538. About 10.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $383,100, with typical rent around $1,486.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 46.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 18.3%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance) Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance) had a population of 604,589 in 2010 and 704,963 in 2024, a 16.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 704,963 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.11%.
704,963
Population (2024)
604,589
Population (2010)
704,963
Peak (2024)
1.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 604,589 |
| 2011 | 612,518 |
| 2012 | 625,550 |
| 2013 | 635,999 |
| 2014 | 645,259 |
| 2015 | 655,498 |
| 2016 | 661,765 |
| 2017 | 663,587 |
| 2018 | 667,006 |
| 2019 | 670,820 |
| 2020 | 689,726 |
| 2021 | 675,671 |
| 2022 | 685,903 |
| 2023 | 694,294 |
| 2024 | 704,963 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 56.5% |
| Black or African American | 25.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$75,197
Median Household Income
$46,820
Per Capita Income
10.3%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$383,100
Median Home Value
$1,486
Median Rent
53.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.2%
High School+
46.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.7%
Drive Alone
68.1%
Public Transit
18.3%
Work From Home
24.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
38.7%
Foreign Born
80.7%
Non-English at Home
4.7%
Veterans
11.0%
With Disability
87.4%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.5% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Manufacturing | 7.0% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Common questions about Nashville-Davidson, TN
Frequently Asked Questions
Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee has a population of 684,298 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Tennessee.
The median household income in Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee is $75,197, with 10.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee is $383,100, with median monthly rent at $1,486 and a homeownership rate of 53.0%.
The median age in Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee is 34.4 years. The population is 48.5% male and 51.5% female.
The population has grown 16.6% since 2010 (604,589 → 704,963).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.