Trousdale County, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 86th-largest in Tennessee
The population of Trousdale County, Tennessee is 11,805 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 86th-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $63,190, the median home value is $284,100, and the median age is 34.6.
The population of Trousdale County has grown 54.5% since 2010 (7,868 → 12,159), a +3.16% annualized rate.
11,805
Population
+3.16%
Annual growth
103
People / sq mi
$63,190
Median Income
$284,100
Median Home Value
Trousdale County covers 114 sq mi of land at 103.2 people per square mile.
About Trousdale County, TN
Trousdale County is defined demographically by education — 10.1% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 11,805 residents, Trousdale County is a county in Tennessee.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $63,190 — below the US median of $78,538. About 9.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $284,100, with typical rent around $805.
Trousdale County is among the least college-educated US counties, at 10.1% — below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 4.7% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 38 minutes each way.
Trousdale County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Trousdale County had a population of 7,868 in 2010 and 12,159 in 2024, a 54.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,301 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 3.32%.
12,159
Population (2024)
7,868
Population (2010)
12,301
Peak (2023)
3.32%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,868 |
| 2011 | 7,812 |
| 2012 | 7,795 |
| 2013 | 7,814 |
| 2014 | 8,001 |
| 2015 | 8,053 |
| 2016 | 9,955 |
| 2017 | 10,833 |
| 2018 | 11,030 |
| 2019 | 11,277 |
| 2020 | 11,634 |
| 2021 | 11,607 |
| 2022 | 12,085 |
| 2023 | 12,301 |
| 2024 | 12,159 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.5% |
| Black or African American | 11.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
34.6
Median Age
37.8%
Female
62.2%
Male
12.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.0% · Seniors (65+): 12.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $63,190$-3,907 vs state |
| Mean household income | $75,095 |
| Per-capita income | $26,692 |
| Poverty rate | 9.8%-0.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 52.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Trousdale County is retail trade, accounting for 16.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.0%
Carpool
83.0%
Public transit
4.7%
Work from home
37.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$284,100+$27,300 vs state
Median home value
$805
Median rent
74.5%
Homeownership rate
3,866
Total housing units
94.6%
Occupied
5.4%
Vacant
25.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.8%
With health insurance
87.7%
With broadband internet
28.9%
Foreign-born
6.4%
Veterans (18+)
11.7%
With a disability
94.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
85.0%
High School+
10.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Trousdale County, Tennessee has a population of 11,805 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 86th-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 103 people per square mile.
The population of Trousdale County has grown 54.5% since 2010 (7,868 → 12,159), a +3.16% annualized rate.
The median household income in Trousdale County, Tennessee is $63,190, with mean (average) household income of $75,095 and per-capita income of $26,692. 9.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Trousdale County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (80.5%), Black or African American (11.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Trousdale County, Tennessee is 34.6 years. Residents are 37.8% female and 62.2% male.
The median home value in Trousdale County is $284,100 and median monthly rent is $805. 74.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,866 total housing units, 5.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Trousdale County, Tennessee is retail trade, employing 16.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.3%.
Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Trousdale County, Tennessee, with a population of 684,298.
Trousdale County, TN Climate
Trousdale County, TN has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C (58°F) and receives about 1352 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.3°C
Avg Temp
1352
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 36° | 104 mm |
| February | 4° / 40° | 107 mm |
| March | 9° / 49° | 138 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 112 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 128 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 107 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 120 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 100 mm |
| September | 21° / 70° | 100 mm |
| October | 15° / 59° | 84 mm |
| November | 9° / 49° | 117 mm |
| December | 5° / 40° | 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 Trousdale County, TN
The most comfortable months to visit Trousdale 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 -3°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.