White County's 2026 population is estimated at 29,930, reflecting a 1.39% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). White County is the 52nd largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 25,833 and has grown 15.86% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.5 years
Female: 44.4 years
Male: 42.7 years
There are 22,064 adults, (5,979 of whom are seniors) in White County.
Female: 14,208 (50.5%)
Male: 13,952 (49.5%)
The racial composition of White County includes 92.6% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,076 | 92.6% |
| Two or more races | 1,295 | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 287 | 1.02% |
| Other race | 202 | 0.72% |
| Native American | 130 | 0.46% |
| Asian | 124 | 0.44% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 46 | 0.16% |
White County 's average per capita income is $37,487. Household income levels show a median of $52,188. The poverty rate stands at 13.17%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,698 | - |
| Families | $70,588 | $80,839 |
| Households | $52,188 | $71,135 |
| Non Families | $31,188 | $51,160 |
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