Henderson County's 2026 population is estimated at 28,419, reflecting a 0.42% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Henderson County is the 54th largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 27,794 and has grown 2.25% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.4 years
Female: 42.9 years
Male: 39 years
There are 21,621 adults, (5,124 of whom are seniors) in Henderson County.
Female: 14,381 (51.4%)
Male: 13,599 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Henderson County includes 87.17% White, 7.86% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24,389 | 87.17% |
| Black or African American | 2,199 | 7.86% |
| Two or more races | 979 | 3.5% |
| Other race | 331 | 1.18% |
| Asian | 45 | 0.16% |
| Native American | 37 | 0.13% |
Henderson County 's average per capita income is $44,375. Household income levels show a median of $55,136. The poverty rate stands at 16.85%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $85,305 | - |
| Families | $70,709 | $81,563 |
| Households | $55,136 | $70,753 |
| Non Families | $27,837 | $46,338 |
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