Carter County's 2026 population is estimated at 57,354, reflecting a -0.01% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Carter County is the 31st largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 57,343 and has grown 0.02% since 2010.
Overall: 45.9 years
Female: 46.9 years
Male: 44.7 years
There are 46,692 adults, (12,902 of whom are seniors) in Carter County.
Female: 28,944 (51%)
Male: 27,768 (49%)
The racial composition of Carter County includes 93.62% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 53,094 | 93.62% |
| Two or more races | 1,995 | 3.52% |
| Black or African American | 1,078 | 1.9% |
| Other race | 402 | 0.71% |
| Native American | 80 | 0.14% |
| Asian | 63 | 0.11% |
Carter County 's average per capita income is $39,002. Household income levels show a median of $50,135. The poverty rate stands at 17.08%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $76,565 | - |
| Families | $67,785 | $81,368 |
| Households | $50,135 | $66,526 |
| Non Families | $26,722 | $40,256 |
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