Hendersonville, TN Local Data & Statistics

State: TN

Total population: 63,091 Household income: $97,200 Rent: $1,653

Overview

Total population

63,091

Rent

$1,653

Year built

1989

Household income

$97,200

Per capita income

$48,881

Poverty rate

6.3%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Household size

2.5 persons

Rent over 30% of income

44%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Tennessee

Total population

63,091

Adults over 25

44,903

Total households

25,255

Household size

2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$97,200

Per capita income

$48,881

Poverty rate

6.3%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Rent over 30% of income

44%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,653

Year built

1989

Households that rent

28.3%

Households that own

71.7%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

79.7%

Black

9.4%

Asian

2.2%

Two or more races

6.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

7.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

92.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

80%

Commute time to work

30 mins

Work from home

20%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

24.8%

High school graduate or GED

20.3%

Some college or associate degree

11%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

43.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Hendersonville, TN with: Tennessee United States

Hendersonville, TN

Total population63,091

Rent$1,653

Year built1989

Household income$97,200

Per capita income$48,881

Poverty rate6.3%

Unemployment rate2.9%

Tennessee State

Total population7,066,383

Rent$1,189

Year built1987

Household income$69,595

Per capita income$39,437

Poverty rate13.8%

Unemployment rate3.4%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityHendersonville, TN	StateTennessee	CountryUnited States
Total population	63,091	7,066,383	334,922,499
Rent	$1,653	$1,189	$1,413
Year built	1989	1987	1980
Household income	$97,200	$69,595	$80,734
Per capita income	$48,881	$39,437	$44,673
Poverty rate	6.3%	13.8%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.9%	3.4%	4%

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Summary for Hendersonville, TN

Hendersonville is located in Tennessee.

Rent & Income

In Hendersonville, the typical monthly rent is $1,653 and the typical household income is $97,200. Rent here is higher than in both Tennessee and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 6.3%, which is lower than in both Tennessee and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 28.3% of households. About 44% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 43.9% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is lower than both Tennessee and the national rate.

Hendersonville, TN — Rent vs Household Income

Hendersonville, TN — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Hendersonville, TN compares in Tennessee (14 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,653	11 / 14	from lower rent	$907 – $1,923
Household income	$97,200	5 / 14	from higher income	$51,736 – $138,598
Poverty rate	6.3%	5 / 14	from lower poverty	3.2% – 23.1%
Unemployment rate	2.9%	3 / 14	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 5%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Tennessee with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Hendersonville, TN

Rent

For typical rent levels, Hendersonville is ranked 11th out of 14 major areas in Tennessee. Statewide values span from $907 in Kingsport, TN to $1,923 in Franklin, TN.

Household income

For median household income, Hendersonville is ranked 5th out of 14 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $51,736 in Memphis, TN to $138,598 in Collierville, TN.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Hendersonville in 5th place among 14 significant areas. Across Tennessee, poverty ranges between 3.2% and 23.1%.

Unemployment rate

Hendersonville places 3rd among 14 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.5% to 5%.

💰 Rent in Hendersonville, TN (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,653 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Hendersonville, TN

Annual Household Income: $97,200

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Hendersonville, TN

Estimated Rate: 6.3%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Hendersonville, TN

In Hendersonville, TN, households that rent: 7,149 (28.3%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	7,149	28.3%
Owner-Occupied	18,106	71.7%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Hendersonville, TN

In Hendersonville, TN, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 3,143 (44%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	3,143	44%
Other renter households	4,006	56%
Total renter households	7,149	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Hendersonville, TN

Less than High School: 11,128 people (24.8%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 9,095 people (20.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,956 people (11%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 19,724 people (43.9%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 44,903

📊 Unemployment Rate in Hendersonville, TN

Estimated Rate: 2.9%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.