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Population Review

Robertson County, Tennessee Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 19th-largest in Tennessee

The population of Robertson County, Tennessee is 74,291 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 19th-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $78,439, the median home value is $296,700, and the median age is 39.1.

The population of Robertson County has grown 18.3% since 2010 (66,314 → 78,459), a +1.21% annualized rate.

Robertson County within Tennessee · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

74,291

Population

+1.21%

Annual growth

156

People / sq mi

$78,439

Median Income

$296,700

Median Home Value

Robertson County covers 476 sq mi of land at 156.0 people per square mile.

About Robertson County, TN

In Robertson County, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $296,700. With 74,291 residents, Robertson County is a county in Tennessee. It ranks #19 among counties in Tennessee by population.

The typical household earns $78,439 a year, near the US median of $78,538. About 7.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $296,700, with typical rent around $1,176.

21.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. A solid 10.7% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.

High housing values reframe the income picture in Robertson County — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.

Robertson County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Robertson County had a population of 66,314 in 2010 and 78,459 in 2024, a 18.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 78,459 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.21%.

2024 · 78K20102024
Robertson County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

78,459

Population (2024)

66,314

Population (2010)

78,459

Peak (2024)

1.21%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201066,314
201166,775
201266,809
201367,423
201468,063
201568,709
201669,439
201770,342
201871,159
201971,693
202072,962
202174,054
202275,402
202376,820
202478,459

Race & Ethnicity

White81.5%
Black or African American7.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

39.1

Median Age

50.3%

Female

49.7%

Male

14.9%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.3%
5–9
6.2%
10–14
7.3%
15–19
6.3%
20–24
5.4%
25–34
12.9%
35–44
13.8%
45–54
13.0%
55–59
7.3%
60–64
6.7%
65–74
9.4%
75–84
4.4%
85+
1.1%

Children (under 15): 19.8% · Seniors (65+): 14.9%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$78,439+$11,342 vs state
Mean household income$95,255
Per-capita income$36,135
Poverty rate7.7%-2.2% vs state
Unemployment rate2.3%
Employment-to-population62.9%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
20.1%
Manufacturing
14.2%
Construction
10.2%
Finance & real estate
10.1%
Retail trade
7.2%
Education & health care
7.0%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.9%
Information
4.9%

The largest employment sector in Robertson County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.1% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

0.4%

Carpool

80.5%

Public transit

10.7%

Work from home

31.6 min

Avg commute

Housing

$296,700+$39,900 vs state

Median home value

$1,176

Median rent

77.2%

Homeownership rate

29,263

Total housing units

94.8%

Occupied

5.2%

Vacant

22.8%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

90.4%

With health insurance

93.8%

With broadband internet

29.8%

Foreign-born

6.9%

Veterans (18+)

13.2%

With a disability

91.3%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

88.9%

High School+

21.1%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Robertson County, Tennessee has a population of 74,291 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 19th-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 156 people per square mile.

The population of Robertson County has grown 18.3% since 2010 (66,314 → 78,459), a +1.21% annualized rate.

The median household income in Robertson County, Tennessee is $78,439, with mean (average) household income of $95,255 and per-capita income of $36,135. 7.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Robertson County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (81.5%), Black or African American (7.0%), 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 Robertson County, Tennessee is 39.1 years. Residents are 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

The median home value in Robertson County is $296,700 and median monthly rent is $1,176. 77.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 29,263 total housing units, 5.2% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Robertson County, Tennessee is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.

Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Robertson County, Tennessee, with a population of 684,298.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.