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The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Cleveland, TN

CSAChattanooga-Cleveland-Dalton MSACleveland#1/5 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

48,829population

36.4median age

This community is a community of 48,829 with a median age of 36.4. The population is predominantly White (73.5%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (11.4%). Median household income is $58,559. 87.6% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 30.2% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 48%, with a median home value of $272,200.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

73.5%35,873

Hispanic/Latino

11.4%5,590

Black

7%3,399

Two or More

4.8%2,323

Asian

2.3%1,100

Other

1%498

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%24

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%22

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5.6%1,781

High School Diploma

20.3%6,463

Some College (<1 yr)

6.7%2,133

Some College (1+ yr)

16.5%5,246

Associate's Degree

8.3%2,635

Bachelor's Degree

17.7%5,619

Master's Degree

8.7%2,754

Professional Degree

2%630

Doctorate

1.9%602

HS or Higher

87.6%

BA or Higher

30.2%

Graduate+

12.5%

Housingi

$272,200median home value

$1,034median rent

48%homeownership

20,460total units

8%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 48%

Renter 52%

Home Values

Under $50K

3.8%340

$50K–$100K

3.1%278

$100K–$150K

10.6%955

$150K–$200K

12.8%1,160

$200K–$300K

28.1%2,539

$300K–$500K

30.5%2,758

$500K–$1M

9.1%818

$1M+

2.1%190

Rent Distribution

Under $500

735

$500–$750

1,303

$750–$1,000

2,389

$1,000–$1,250

2,232

$1,250–$1,500

1,306

$1,500–$2,000

1,270

$2,000+

232

Year Built

2020 or later

2.2%458

2010–2019

13.3%2,727

2000–2009

12.6%2,588

1990–1999

13.8%2,817

1980–1989

11.7%2,404

1970–1979

17.8%3,641

1960–1969

12.3%2,526

1950–1959

7.7%1,584

1940–1949

2.8%566

1939 or earlier

5.6%1,149

Heating Fuel

Electricity

74%13,930

Utility Gas

24.2%4,549

Bottled/LP Gas

0.9%161

No Fuel

0.8%159

Fuel Oil

0.2%30

Household Economyi

$58,559median household income

$32,659per capita income

15.7%poverty rate

6%unemployment

23,635labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

5.6%1,055

$10K–$15K

4%751

$15K–$20K

6.1%1,153

$20K–$25K

6%1,122

$25K–$30K

4.1%771

$30K–$35K

4.6%858

$35K–$40K

5%948

$40K–$45K

4.4%837

$45K–$50K

4.7%876

$50K–$60K

6.5%1,232

$60K–$75K

8.8%1,658

$75K–$100K

13.8%2,595

$100K–$125K

10.1%1,907

$125K–$150K

6.3%1,188

$150K–$200K

3.8%721

$200K+

6.1%1,157

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

1,095

Residentsi

1,819

Avg. Tenant Renti

$349/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

3 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing114 homes79% occupied$425/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers174 homes71% occupied$422/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 8752 homes95% occupied$320/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

202/PRAC44 homes95% occupied$377/mo rent

811/PRAC12 homes89% occupied$260/mo rent

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $58,559/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $18K/yr

72.5%

Very low income$18K–$29K/yr

22%

Low income$29K–$47K/yr

5.1%

Moderate / aboveOver $47K/yr

0.4%

Who Receives This Housing

78.4% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

26.5% of subsidized households are minority

20.5% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

39.2% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

4,3068.8%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

1,162

India

620

Guatemala

444

Philippines

160

Korea

139

Canada

China

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

21,624

Avg. Commutei

21.3 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

22,185

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

2,504(6.5% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

89.8%Insured

10.2%Uninsured

Cleveland, TN Population, Income & Demographics 2026