Bledsoe County, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 78th-largest in Tennessee
The population of Bledsoe County, Tennessee is 14,905 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 78th-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $49,655, the median home value is $165,400, and the median age is 44.9.
The population of Bledsoe County has grown 20.9% since 2010 (12,892 → 15,591), a +1.37% annualized rate.
14,905
Population
+1.37%
Annual growth
37
People / sq mi
$49,655
Median Income
$165,400
Median Home Value
Bledsoe County covers 407 sq mi of land at 36.7 people per square mile.
About Bledsoe County, TN
Bledsoe County is a county in Tennessee with a population of 14,905. It ranks #78 among counties in Tennessee by population. The median age is 44.9, older than the national median. The population is 58.4% male and 41.6% female.
The median household income in Bledsoe County is $49,655, below the US median of $74,580. 19.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $165,400, with monthly rent averaging $779. The homeownership rate of 79.1% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Bledsoe County reflects 8.8% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 5.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 36.1 minutes each way.
Bledsoe County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Bledsoe County had a population of 12,892 in 2010 and 15,591 in 2024, a 20.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,591 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.39%.
15,591
Population (2024)
12,892
Population (2010)
15,591
Peak (2024)
1.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,892 |
| 2011 | 13,002 |
| 2012 | 12,936 |
| 2013 | 13,917 |
| 2014 | 14,514 |
| 2015 | 14,611 |
| 2016 | 14,741 |
| 2017 | 14,907 |
| 2018 | 14,847 |
| 2019 | 15,085 |
| 2020 | 14,955 |
| 2021 | 14,839 |
| 2022 | 14,769 |
| 2023 | 15,008 |
| 2024 | 15,591 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.5% |
| Black or African American | 5.5% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.9
Median Age
41.6%
Female
58.4%
Male
20.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 13.4% · Seniors (65+): 20.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $49,655$-17,442 vs state |
| Mean household income | $62,764 |
| Per-capita income | $23,547 |
| Poverty rate | 19.0%+9.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 43.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Bledsoe County is professional & business services, accounting for 15.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
2.4%
Carpool
79.3%
Public transit
5.2%
Work from home
36.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$165,400$-91,400 vs state
Median home value
$779
Median rent
79.1%
Homeownership rate
5,895
Total housing units
81.6%
Occupied
18.4%
Vacant
20.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
82.5%
With health insurance
85.8%
With broadband internet
30.1%
Foreign-born
7.3%
Veterans (18+)
24.4%
With a disability
97.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
79.6%
High School+
8.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bledsoe County, Tennessee has a population of 14,905 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 78th-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 37 people per square mile.
The population of Bledsoe County has grown 20.9% since 2010 (12,892 → 15,591), a +1.37% annualized rate.
The median household income in Bledsoe County, Tennessee is $49,655, with mean (average) household income of $62,764 and per-capita income of $23,547. 19.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Bledsoe County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (88.5%), Black or African American (5.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Bledsoe County, Tennessee is 44.9 years. Residents are 41.6% female and 58.4% male.
The median home value in Bledsoe County is $165,400 and median monthly rent is $779. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 5,895 total housing units, 18.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Bledsoe County, Tennessee is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 15.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Bledsoe 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.