Bradley County, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 13th-largest in Tennessee
The population of Bradley County, Tennessee is 109,743 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $63,789, the median home value is $230,800, and the median age is 39.3.
The population of Bradley County has grown 14.8% since 2010 (99,086 → 113,782), a +0.99% annualized rate.
109,743
Population
+0.99%
Annual growth
334
People / sq mi
$63,789
Median Income
$230,800
Median Home Value
Bradley County covers 329 sq mi of land at 333.8 people per square mile.
About Bradley County, TN
Bradley County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US counties, at roughly 334 people per square mile. Bradley County is a county in Tennessee with a population of 109,743. It ranks #13 among counties in Tennessee by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $63,789 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.7%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $230,800, with typical rent around $959.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 24.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.7%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Bradley County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Bradley County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Bradley County had a population of 99,086 in 2010 and 113,782 in 2024, a 14.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 113,782 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.99%.
113,782
Population (2024)
99,086
Population (2010)
113,782
Peak (2024)
0.99%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 99,086 |
| 2011 | 99,813 |
| 2012 | 101,077 |
| 2013 | 101,819 |
| 2014 | 102,830 |
| 2015 | 103,846 |
| 2016 | 104,469 |
| 2017 | 105,575 |
| 2018 | 107,271 |
| 2019 | 108,233 |
| 2020 | 108,831 |
| 2021 | 109,766 |
| 2022 | 110,814 |
| 2023 | 112,132 |
| 2024 | 113,782 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.9% |
| Black or African American | 5.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.3
Median Age
51.1%
Female
48.9%
Male
17.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.0% · Seniors (65+): 17.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $63,789$-3,308 vs state |
| Mean household income | $82,060 |
| Per-capita income | $32,249 |
| Poverty rate | 9.7%-0.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 57.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Bradley County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
79.0%
Public transit
8.7%
Work from home
23.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$230,800$-26,000 vs state
Median home value
$959
Median rent
67.5%
Homeownership rate
45,411
Total housing units
92.3%
Occupied
7.7%
Vacant
32.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.7%
With health insurance
93.5%
With broadband internet
36.3%
Foreign-born
7.6%
Veterans (18+)
17.1%
With a disability
91.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.4%
High School+
24.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bradley County, Tennessee has a population of 109,743 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 334 people per square mile.
The population of Bradley County has grown 14.8% since 2010 (99,086 → 113,782), a +0.99% annualized rate.
The median household income in Bradley County, Tennessee is $63,789, with mean (average) household income of $82,060 and per-capita income of $32,249. 9.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Bradley County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (84.9%), Black or African American (5.2%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Bradley County, Tennessee is 39.3 years. Residents are 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
The median home value in Bradley County is $230,800 and median monthly rent is $959. 67.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 45,411 total housing units, 7.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Bradley County, Tennessee is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.6%.
Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Bradley County, Tennessee, with a population of 684,298.
Bradley County, TN Climate
Bradley County, TN has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F) and receives about 1434 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.7°C
Avg Temp
1434
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 38° | 133 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 126 mm |
| March | 10° / 50° | 157 mm |
| April | 15° / 58° | 114 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 122 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 103 mm |
| July | 25° / 78° | 127 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 98 mm |
| September | 21° / 71° | 111 mm |
| October | 15° / 59° | 90 mm |
| November | 10° / 49° | 119 mm |
| December | 5° / 41° | 134 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 Bradley County, TN
The most comfortable months to visit Bradley County, TN are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.