Monroe County's 2026 population is estimated at 50,306, reflecting a 1.16% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Monroe County is the 34th largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 44,610 and has grown 12.77% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.2 years
Female: 46.9 years
Male: 43.4 years
There are 37,903 adults, (10,627 of whom are seniors) in Monroe County.
Female: 24,030 (50.4%)
Male: 23,665 (49.6%)
The racial composition of Monroe County includes 88.03% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 41,985 | 88.03% |
| Two or more races | 3,438 | 7.21% |
| Other race | 1,072 | 2.25% |
| Black or African American | 956 | 2% |
| Native American | 140 | 0.29% |
| Asian | 104 | 0.22% |
Monroe County 's average per capita income is $40,465. Household income levels show a median of $56,895. The poverty rate stands at 15.47%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $86,664 | - |
| Families | $75,796 | $83,513 |
| Households | $56,895 | $71,575 |
| Non Families | $27,439 | $44,151 |
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