Chester County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,147, reflecting a 0.85% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Chester County is the 72nd largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 17,194 and has grown 5.54% since 2010.
Overall: 37.6 years
Female: 38.7 years
Male: 37 years
There are 13,798 adults, (3,234 of whom are seniors) in Chester County.
Female: 9,155 (52%)
Male: 8,456 (48%)
The racial composition of Chester County includes 84.77% White, 9.47% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,928 | 84.77% |
| Black or African American | 1,667 | 9.47% |
| Two or more races | 662 | 3.76% |
| Other race | 296 | 1.68% |
| Native American | 29 | 0.16% |
| Asian | 29 | 0.16% |
Chester County 's average per capita income is $44,977. Household income levels show a median of $59,341. The poverty rate stands at 16.05%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,577 | - |
| Families | $72,679 | $83,447 |
| Households | $59,341 | $75,402 |
| Non Families | $31,819 | $53,665 |
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