Population of Tennessee
Tennessee's population is 7,187,502 as of 2024, ranked #15 globally out of 50 states.
Current Population
7,187,502
10yr Growth
+13.26%
Global Rank
#15of 50
Peak Growth Year
1980
Growth: +17.01%
Population Over Time
1900 — 2024
Population Over Time
Analysis# Tennessee Population Analysis
Tennessee's population of 7.19 million in 2024 represents 13.26% growth over the past decade, positioning the state as the 15th most populous in the nation. The state's growth trajectory peaked during the 1980s, though the recent decade-long expansion of 1.3% annually demonstrates sustained demographic momentum despite being below its historical high. This moderate but consistent growth reflects Tennessee's appeal as a migration destination, particularly driven by economic opportunity in Nashville and Memphis metropolitan areas.
Historical Data
17 Rows| Year | Population | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7,187,502 | +0.86% |
| 2023 | 7,126,489 | +1.10% |
| 2022 | 7,048,976 | +1.22% |
| 2021 | 6,963,709 | +0.77% |
| 2020 | 6,910,840 | +8.90% |
| 2010 | 6,346,105 | +11.54% |
| 2000 | 5,689,283 | +16.65% |
| 1990 | 4,877,185 | +6.23% |
| 1980 | 4,591,120 | +17.01% |
| 1970 | 3,923,687 | +10.00% |
| 1960 | 3,567,089 | +8.37% |
| 1950 | 3,291,718 | +12.89% |
| 1940 | 2,915,841 | +11.44% |
| 1930 | 2,616,556 | +11.92% |
| 1920 | 2,337,885 | +7.01% |
| 1910 | 2,184,789 | +8.12% |
| 1900 | 2,020,616 | — |
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