Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.4% ▲ 134% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 283 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,678 (40.5%) |
| Some College | 3,831 (23.2%) |
| Associates | 2,485 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,104 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,118 (12.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,950 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,792 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $837/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,384 |
| Vacant Units | 1,822 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hardeman County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,688 residents. With a median age of 40.73, it is a middle-aged county.
Hardeman County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,950 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 11.4%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 15.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Hardeman County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $123,792 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $836. Homeownership rates are high at 71.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hardeman County are majority White (55.07%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 19.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hardeman County, TN is a working-class area in Tennessee. The 10 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38008 | Bolivar | 9,351 | $43,827 | $123,700 | $841 | 14.9% | 22.4% |
| 38039 | Grand Junction | 1,377 | $44,063 | $135,300 | $824 | 9.8% | 13.9% |
| 38042 | Hickory Valley | 451 | $48,897 | $144,300 | $1,005 | 10.3% | 33.4% |
| 38044 | Hornsby | 657 | $41,196 | $225,000 | $838 | 10.6% | 35.3% |
| 38052 | Middleton | 3,566 | $49,453 | $129,800 | $774 | 7.7% | 24.6% |
| 38061 | Pocahontas | 1,014 | $39,261 | $127,700 | — | 15.5% | 15.6% |
| 38067 | Saulsbury | 1,890 | $55,319 | $118,200 | $680 | 16.7% | 18.3% |
| 38381 | Toone | 1,525 | $53,786 | $113,000 | $787 | 2.1% | 19.6% |
| 38075 | Whiteville | 6,857 | $48,222 | $110,800 | $910 | 9.2% | 12.3% |