Hancock County's 2026 population is estimated at 7,188, reflecting a 1.05% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hancock County is the 91st largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 6,796 and has grown 5.77% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.1 years
Female: 47.3 years
Male: 41.7 years
There are 5,402 adults, (1,541 of whom are seniors) in Hancock County.
Female: 3,450 (50.4%)
Male: 3,402 (49.6%)
The racial composition of Hancock County includes 95.46% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,541 | 95.46% |
| Two or more races | 224 | 3.27% |
| Black or African American | 38 | 0.55% |
| Other race | 26 | 0.38% |
| Asian | 23 | 0.34% |
Hancock County 's average per capita income is $25,961. Household income levels show a median of $34,960. The poverty rate stands at 32.25%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $72,212 | - |
| Families | $51,941 | $69,982 |
| Households | $34,960 | $56,315 |
| Non Families | $21,454 | $34,441 |
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