Powell, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Powell, Tennessee is 13,544 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 47th-largest city in Tennessee. The median household income is $85,281, the median home value is $264,500, and the median age is 37.6.
13,544
Population
1586
People / sq mi
$85,281
Median Income
$264,500
Median Home Value
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Powell covers 8.5 sq mi of land at 1586 people per square mile.
About Powell, TN
The poverty rate is what most separates Powell from the typical city: 3.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Powell is a city in Tennessee with a population of 13,544. It ranks #47 among cities in Tennessee by population.
The typical household here earns about $85,281, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.5%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $264,500, with typical rent around $1,153.
30.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 11.7% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.8% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$85,281
Median Household Income
$37,362
Per Capita Income
3.5%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$264,500
Median Home Value
$1,153
Median Rent
76.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.7%
High School+
30.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
77.1%
Public Transit
11.7%
Work From Home
24.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.5%
Foreign Born
93.3%
Non-English at Home
7.8%
Veterans
12.8%
With Disability
94.3%
Health Insurance
95.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.2% |
| Construction | 8.1% |
| Manufacturing | 8.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.6% |
| Information | 6.7% |
| Public Administration | 6.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 5.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Powell, Tennessee has a population of 13,544 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 47th-largest city in Tennessee.
The median household income in Powell, Tennessee is $85,281, with 3.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Powell, Tennessee is $264,500, with median monthly rent at $1,153 and a homeownership rate of 76.9%.
The median age in Powell, Tennessee is 37.6 years. The population is 44.3% male and 55.7% female.
Powell Cdp, TN Climate
Powell Cdp, TN has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F) and receives about 1204 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.8°C
Avg Temp
1204
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 36° | 99 mm |
| February | 4° / 40° | 95 mm |
| March | 9° / 48° | 123 mm |
| April | 14° / 56° | 96 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 112 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 103 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 119 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 97 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 85 mm |
| October | 14° / 58° | 74 mm |
| November | 9° / 47° | 96 mm |
| December | 4° / 40° | 105 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Powell Cdp, TN
The most comfortable months to visit Powell Cdp, TN are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.