Meigs County's 2026 population is estimated at 14,447, reflecting a 1.8% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Meigs County is the 82nd largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 11,791 and has grown 22.53% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.4 years
Female: 45.2 years
Male: 45.6 years
There are 10,639 adults, (2,808 of whom are seniors) in Meigs County.
Female: 6,711 (50.3%)
Male: 6,632 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Meigs County includes 89.19% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,901 | 89.19% |
| Two or more races | 1,013 | 7.59% |
| Black or African American | 296 | 2.22% |
| Other race | 64 | 0.48% |
| Asian | 52 | 0.39% |
| Native American | 17 | 0.13% |
Meigs County 's average per capita income is $43,876. Household income levels show a median of $61,375. The poverty rate stands at 14.27%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $85,116 | - |
| Families | $79,625 | $101,072 |
| Households | $61,375 | $79,107 |
| Non Families | $24,330 | $38,579 |
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