Anderson County, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in Tennessee
The population of Anderson County, Tennessee is 78,175 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $63,171, the median home value is $215,800, and the median age is 42.0.
The population of Anderson County has grown 8.5% since 2010 (75,088 → 81,449), a +0.58% annualized rate.
78,175
Population
+0.58%
Annual growth
232
People / sq mi
$63,171
Median Income
$215,800
Median Home Value
Anderson County covers 337 sq mi of land at 231.8 people per square mile.
About Anderson County, TN
Anderson County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US counties, at roughly 232 people per square mile. Anderson County is a county in Tennessee with a population of 78,175. It ranks #18 among counties in Tennessee by population.
The typical household here earns about $63,171, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.2%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $215,800, with typical rent around $960.
Roughly 26.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 10.9%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Anderson County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Anderson County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Anderson County had a population of 75,088 in 2010 and 81,449 in 2024, a 8.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 81,449 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.58%.
81,449
Population (2024)
75,088
Population (2010)
81,449
Peak (2024)
0.58%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 75,088 |
| 2011 | 75,212 |
| 2012 | 75,240 |
| 2013 | 75,323 |
| 2014 | 75,191 |
| 2015 | 75,500 |
| 2016 | 75,567 |
| 2017 | 76,113 |
| 2018 | 76,337 |
| 2019 | 76,991 |
| 2020 | 77,327 |
| 2021 | 77,632 |
| 2022 | 79,016 |
| 2023 | 80,343 |
| 2024 | 81,449 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.7% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
42.0
Median Age
51.0%
Female
49.0%
Male
20.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.6% · Seniors (65+): 20.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $63,171$-3,926 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,124 |
| Per-capita income | $35,460 |
| Poverty rate | 9.2%-0.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 53.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Anderson County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.0%
Carpool
78.7%
Public transit
10.9%
Work from home
25.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$215,800$-41,000 vs state
Median home value
$960
Median rent
71.0%
Homeownership rate
35,570
Total housing units
90.2%
Occupied
9.8%
Vacant
29.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.5%
With health insurance
93.6%
With broadband internet
35.2%
Foreign-born
9.3%
Veterans (18+)
20.1%
With a disability
95.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.3%
High School+
26.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Anderson County, Tennessee has a population of 78,175 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 232 people per square mile.
The population of Anderson County has grown 8.5% since 2010 (75,088 → 81,449), a +0.58% annualized rate.
The median household income in Anderson County, Tennessee is $63,171, with mean (average) household income of $85,124 and per-capita income of $35,460. 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Anderson County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (87.7%), Black or African American (3.4%), Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Anderson County, Tennessee is 42.0 years. Residents are 51.0% female and 49.0% male.
The median home value in Anderson County is $215,800 and median monthly rent is $960. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 35,570 total housing units, 9.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Anderson County, Tennessee is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.
Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Anderson County, Tennessee, with a population of 684,298.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.