Weakley County, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 46th-largest in Tennessee
The population of Weakley County, Tennessee is 32,959 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 46th-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $49,502, the median home value is $136,300, and the median age is 37.9.
The population of Weakley County has declined 5.4% since 2010 (35,044 → 33,162), a -0.39% annualized rate.
32,959
Population
-0.39%
Annual growth
57
People / sq mi
$49,502
Median Income
$136,300
Median Home Value
Weakley County covers 580 sq mi of land at 56.8 people per square mile.
About Weakley County, TN
Among US counties, Weakley County stands out first on household income: a median of $49,502, below the US median of $78,538. Weakley County is a county in Tennessee with a population of 32,959. It ranks #46 among counties in Tennessee by population.
The typical household earns $49,502, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.6%, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $136,300, with typical rent around $760.
21.6% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 6.8% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Weakley County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Weakley County had a population of 35,044 in 2010 and 33,162 in 2024, a -5.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 35,044 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.39%.
33,162
Population (2024)
35,044
Population (2010)
35,044
Peak (2010)
-0.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 35,044 |
| 2011 | 34,860 |
| 2012 | 34,556 |
| 2013 | 34,154 |
| 2014 | 34,003 |
| 2015 | 33,875 |
| 2016 | 33,591 |
| 2017 | 33,323 |
| 2018 | 33,368 |
| 2019 | 33,269 |
| 2020 | 32,897 |
| 2021 | 32,880 |
| 2022 | 33,032 |
| 2023 | 33,110 |
| 2024 | 33,162 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.7% |
| Black or African American | 7.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
37.9
Median Age
50.9%
Female
49.1%
Male
18.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.7% · Seniors (65+): 18.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $49,502$-17,595 vs state |
| Mean household income | $63,928 |
| Per-capita income | $26,807 |
| Poverty rate | 13.6%+3.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 52.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Weakley County is professional & business services, accounting for 29.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
2.8%
Carpool
79.9%
Public transit
6.8%
Work from home
20.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$136,300$-120,500 vs state
Median home value
$760
Median rent
66.4%
Homeownership rate
15,028
Total housing units
88.3%
Occupied
11.7%
Vacant
33.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.7%
With health insurance
90.7%
With broadband internet
30.0%
Foreign-born
7.1%
Veterans (18+)
19.4%
With a disability
96.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.0%
High School+
21.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Weakley County, Tennessee has a population of 32,959 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 46th-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 57 people per square mile.
The population of Weakley County has declined 5.4% since 2010 (35,044 → 33,162), a -0.39% annualized rate.
The median household income in Weakley County, Tennessee is $49,502, with mean (average) household income of $63,928 and per-capita income of $26,807. 13.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Weakley County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (86.7%), Black or African American (7.4%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Weakley County, Tennessee is 37.9 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
The median home value in Weakley County is $136,300 and median monthly rent is $760. 66.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 15,028 total housing units, 11.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Weakley County, Tennessee is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 29.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.6%.
Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Weakley County, Tennessee, with a population of 684,298.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.