State
County
Land Area (mi²)
8.2 sq mi
Density (mi²)
368.30/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
-0.03% (-1)
Growth Since 2010
1.17% (35)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
South Pittsburg, Tennessee Population 2021
3,027
South Pittsburg is a city located in Marion County Tennessee. With a 2020 population of 3,027, it is the 135th largest city in Tennessee and the 6226th largest city in the United States . South Pittsburg is currently declining at a rate of -0.03% annually but its population has increased by 1.17% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 2,992 in 2010. South Pittsburg reached it's highest population of in . Spanning over 8 miles, South Pittsburg has a population density of 368 people per square mile.
The average household income in South Pittsburg is $45,119 with a poverty rate of 23.52%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $521 per month, and the median house value is $92,600. The median age in South Pittsburg is 43.1 years, 38.5 years for males, and 43.9 years for females.
South Pittsburg Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of South Pittsburgwas:
- White: 78.70%
- Black or African American: 12.82%
- Two or more races: 6.42%
- Asian: 1.93%
- Native American: 0.13%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%
- Other race: 0.00%
The current population of South Pittsburg, Tennessee is 3,027 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 3,029.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 2,992.
South Pittsburg, Tennessee Population 2021
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,401 | 78.70% |
| Black or African American | 391 | 12.82% |
| Two or More Races | 196 | 6.42% |
| Asian | 59 | 1.93% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 4 | 0.13% |
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South Pittsburg Population by Race
South Pittsburg Population Pyramid $2021
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South Pittsburg Population by Age
South Pittsburg Households and Families
| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 1,251 | 2.33 | 49.1 |
| Non Family | 517 | 1.2 | 30.2 |
| Married | 438 | 3.02 | 72.4 |
| Female | 237 | 3.39 | 52.3 |
| Male | 59 | 2.83 | 28.8 |
2.9
Average Family Size
2.33
Average Household Size
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South Pittsburg Households by Type
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 194 | 9.56% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 228 | 11.24% |
| High School Graduate | 990 | 48.79% |
| Some College | 321 | 15.82% |
| Associates Degree | 100 | 4.93% |
| Bachelors Degree | 108 | 5.32% |
| Graduate Degree | 88 | 4.34% |
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South Pittsburg Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
South Pittsburg Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 1,679 | 1,299 | 147 |
| Black | 215 | 194 | 31 |
| 2+ Races | 77 | 74 | |
| Asian | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Hispanic | 8 | 8 | |
| Native American | 4 | 4 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among native american people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among asian people with a rate of 39.13%.
South Pittsburg Educational Attainment by Race
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$31,875
Average Earnings
$36,555
Average Male
$30,156
Average Female
South Pittsburg Earnings by Educational Attainment
South Pittsburg Language by Age
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South Pittsburg Language
98.10% of South Pittsburg residents speak only English, while 1.90% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Other Indo-European, which is spoken by 1.42% of the population.
South Pittsburg Language
South Pittsburg Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 2,248 | 446 | 19.84% |
| Black | 363 | 117 | 32.23% |
| Multiple | 196 | 106 | 54.08% |
| Hispanic | 12 | 8 | 66.67% |
23.52%
Overall Poverty Rate
18.63%
Male Poverty Rate
28.56%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in South Pittsburg
The race most likely to be in poverty in South Pittsburg is Hispanic, with 66.67% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in South Pittsburg is White, with 19.84% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 1.98%. Among those working part-time, it was 27.65%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 33.70%.
South Pittsburg Poverty
South Pittsburg Poverty Rate by Education
South Pittsburg Marital Status
Marriage Rates
35.9%
Overall Marriage Rate
37.3%
Male Marriage Rate
34.6%
Female Marriage Rate
South Pittsburg Married by Age and Sex
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South Pittsburg Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is 35-44, while the female age group most likely to be married is 35-44.
South Pittsburg Marital Status by Race
South Pittsburg Marital Status
South Pittsburg Veterans by War
South Pittsburg Veterans by Age
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 228 | 12.05% |
| Black | 27 | 9.25% |
South Pittsburg Veterans by Race
South Pittsburg Veterans by Education
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11.25%
Veteran Poverty Rate
50.83%
Veteran Disability Rate
South Pittsburg Veterans by Education
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49.7%
Labor Force Participation
44.9%
Employment Rate
9.7%
Unemployment Rate
South Pittsburg Employment by Age
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South Pittsburg Employment by Race
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South Pittsburg Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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72.47%
Born in South Pittsburg
98.69%
Native Born
1.31%
Foreign Born
1.31%
Non Citizen
0.00%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
98.69% of South Pittsburg residents were born in the United States, with 72.47% having been born in Tennessee. 1.31% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Asia.
South Pittsburg Place of Birth
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,027 | -1 | -0.03% |
| 2020 | 3,028 | -1 | -0.03% |
| 2019 | 3,029 | -1 | -0.03% |
| 2018 | 3,030 | -13 | -0.43% |
| 2017 | 3,043 | -15 | -0.49% |
| 2016 | 3,058 | -15 | -0.49% |
| 2015 | 3,073 | -5 | -0.16% |
| 2014 | 3,078 | -2 | -0.06% |
| 2013 | 3,080 | 2 | 0.06% |
| 2012 | 3,078 | 4 | 0.13% |
| 2011 | 3,074 | -22 | -0.71% |
| 2010 | 3,096 | -199 | -0.62% |
| 2000 | 3,295 | 0.00% | |
| 1990 | 3,295 | -341 | -0.98% |
| 1980 | 3,636 | 23 | 0.06% |
| 1970 | 3,613 | -517 | -1.33% |
| 1960 | 4,130 | 1,557 | 4.85% |
| 1950 | 2,573 | 0.00% |