Tennessee is a state in the Southeast region of the United States, known for the Great Smoky Mountains, music heritage, and rolling hills. It has a population of 7,307,200, making it the 15th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Nashville. Tennessee has a diverse economy with strong automotive and music sectors.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Tennessee includes 73.48% White, 15.87% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
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Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,133,251 | 73.48% |
| Black or African American | 1,108,895 | 15.87% |
| Two or more races | 417,706 | 5.98% |
| Other race | 174,679 | 2.5% |
| Asian | 129,226 | 1.85% |
| Native American | 17,288 | 0.25% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 5,037 | 0.07% |
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Never Married
Tennessee's average per capita income is $46,173. Household income levels show a median of $67,097. The poverty rate stands at 13.77%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,374 | $129,318 |
| Families | $84,212 | $111,007 |
| Households | $67,097 | $93,479 |
| Non Families | $40,831 | $57,730 |
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Tennessee’s population growth shows strong regional patterns. While Shelby County (Memphis) remains largest at 897,000 residents despite a 3.5% decline, Middle Tennessee is experiencing dramatic growth. Rutherford County and Wilson County have grown by 10.7% and 16.9% respectively, while Montgomery County (Clarksville) has increased 12.9%. However, some rural counties face significant losses, particularly Lake County declining 13.6%. The Nashville region continues its expansion, with surrounding counties like Williamson County growing by 9%.
