Cumberland County, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 22nd-largest in Tennessee
The population of Cumberland County, Tennessee is 62,529 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $58,475, the median home value is $228,000, and the median age is 53.0.
The population of Cumberland County has grown 16.8% since 2010 (56,193 → 65,618), a +1.11% annualized rate.
62,529
Population
+1.11%
Annual growth
92
People / sq mi
$58,475
Median Income
$228,000
Median Home Value
Cumberland County covers 681 sq mi of land at 91.8 people per square mile.
About Cumberland County, TN
Cumberland County skews on age — the median resident is 53.0, older than the national median. Cumberland County is a county in Tennessee with a population of 62,529. It ranks #22 among counties in Tennessee by population.
Median household income is $58,475, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.9%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $228,000, with typical rent around $829.
18.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.1%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Cumberland County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Cumberland County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Cumberland County had a population of 56,193 in 2010 and 65,618 in 2024, a 16.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 65,618 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.11%.
65,618
Population (2024)
56,193
Population (2010)
65,618
Peak (2024)
1.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 56,193 |
| 2011 | 56,538 |
| 2012 | 57,008 |
| 2013 | 57,462 |
| 2014 | 57,952 |
| 2015 | 58,259 |
| 2016 | 58,599 |
| 2017 | 59,077 |
| 2018 | 59,971 |
| 2019 | 60,832 |
| 2020 | 61,372 |
| 2021 | 62,391 |
| 2022 | 63,537 |
| 2023 | 64,848 |
| 2024 | 65,618 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 94.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
53.0
Median Age
51.0%
Female
49.0%
Male
31.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 13.8% · Seniors (65+): 31.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,475$-8,622 vs state |
| Mean household income | $73,753 |
| Per-capita income | $32,517 |
| Poverty rate | 7.9%-2.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 43.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Cumberland County is professional & business services, accounting for 17.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
1.5%
Carpool
80.7%
Public transit
8.1%
Work from home
23.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$228,000$-28,800 vs state
Median home value
$829
Median rent
80.2%
Homeownership rate
31,037
Total housing units
88.4%
Occupied
11.6%
Vacant
19.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.5%
With health insurance
93.6%
With broadband internet
47.9%
Foreign-born
11.2%
Veterans (18+)
20.3%
With a disability
97.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.6%
High School+
18.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cumberland County, Tennessee has a population of 62,529 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 92 people per square mile.
The population of Cumberland County has grown 16.8% since 2010 (56,193 → 65,618), a +1.11% annualized rate.
The median household income in Cumberland County, Tennessee is $58,475, with mean (average) household income of $73,753 and per-capita income of $32,517. 7.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Cumberland County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.9%), Black or African American (1.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Cumberland County, Tennessee is 53.0 years. Residents are 51.0% female and 49.0% male.
The median home value in Cumberland County is $228,000 and median monthly rent is $829. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 31,037 total housing units, 11.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Cumberland County, Tennessee is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 17.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Cumberland County, Tennessee, with a population of 684,298.
Cumberland County, TN Climate
Cumberland County, TN has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) and receives about 1504 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.8°C
Avg Temp
1504
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 35° | 133 mm |
| February | 3° / 38° | 121 mm |
| March | 8° / 47° | 157 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 122 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 142 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 115 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 134 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 106 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 103 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 95 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 130 mm |
| December | 4° / 38° | 146 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 Cumberland County, TN
The most comfortable months to visit Cumberland County, TN are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.