Crockett County, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 80th-largest in Tennessee
The population of Crockett County, Tennessee is 13,937 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 80th-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $59,049, the median home value is $134,100, and the median age is 40.2.
The population of Crockett County has declined 4.2% since 2010 (14,589 → 13,973), a -0.31% annualized rate.
13,937
Population
-0.31%
Annual growth
52
People / sq mi
$59,049
Median Income
$134,100
Median Home Value
Crockett County covers 266 sq mi of land at 52.5 people per square mile.
About Crockett County, TN
Crockett County is defined demographically by education — 15.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 13,937 residents, Crockett County is a county in Tennessee.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $59,049 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 11.4%, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $134,100, with typical rent around $854.
College attainment is 15.7%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 4.7%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Crockett County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Crockett County had a population of 14,589 in 2010 and 13,973 in 2024, a -4.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,654 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: -0.30%.
13,973
Population (2024)
14,589
Population (2010)
14,654
Peak (2014)
-0.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,589 |
| 2011 | 14,563 |
| 2012 | 14,612 |
| 2013 | 14,613 |
| 2014 | 14,654 |
| 2015 | 14,588 |
| 2016 | 14,464 |
| 2017 | 14,443 |
| 2018 | 14,276 |
| 2019 | 14,189 |
| 2020 | 13,905 |
| 2021 | 13,988 |
| 2022 | 13,862 |
| 2023 | 13,991 |
| 2024 | 13,973 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.5% |
| Black or African American | 10.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.2
Median Age
51.0%
Female
49.0%
Male
19.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.4% · Seniors (65+): 19.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,049$-8,048 vs state |
| Mean household income | $79,436 |
| Per-capita income | $32,495 |
| Poverty rate | 11.4%+1.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 58.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Crockett County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.8%
Carpool
87.3%
Public transit
4.7%
Work from home
24.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$134,100$-122,700 vs state
Median home value
$854
Median rent
68.9%
Homeownership rate
6,114
Total housing units
89.9%
Occupied
10.1%
Vacant
31.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.9%
With health insurance
88.0%
With broadband internet
17.8%
Foreign-born
6.9%
Veterans (18+)
17.5%
With a disability
91.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
86.0%
High School+
15.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Crockett County, Tennessee has a population of 13,937 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 80th-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 52 people per square mile.
The population of Crockett County has declined 4.2% since 2010 (14,589 → 13,973), a -0.31% annualized rate.
The median household income in Crockett County, Tennessee is $59,049, with mean (average) household income of $79,436 and per-capita income of $32,495. 11.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Crockett County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (73.5%), Black or African American (10.7%), Hispanic or Latino (2.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Crockett County, Tennessee is 40.2 years. Residents are 51.0% female and 49.0% male.
The median home value in Crockett County is $134,100 and median monthly rent is $854. 68.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 6,114 total housing units, 10.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Crockett County, Tennessee is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Crockett County, Tennessee, with a population of 684,298.
Crockett County, TN Climate
Crockett County, TN has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F) and receives about 1327 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.3°C
Avg Temp
1327
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 36° | 96 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 107 mm |
| March | 10° / 50° | 131 mm |
| April | 15° / 60° | 127 mm |
| May | 20° / 69° | 134 mm |
| June | 25° / 76° | 105 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 111 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 83 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 97 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 79 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 122 mm |
| December | 5° / 41° | 135 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 Crockett County, TN
The most comfortable months to visit Crockett County, TN are typically September, May and August, 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). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.