Tennessee State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in Tennessee
Meet the key players in Tennessee's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Tennessee.
Bill Lee (Tennessee)GovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Tre HargettSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Cameron SextonSpeaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Tennessee Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Tennessee sends 2 Senators and 9 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 7 seats are up for election in 2026.
Marsha BlackburnU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2024 with 63.8%
Bill HagertyU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2020 with 62.2%Up in 2026
Diana HarshbargerU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 1RepublicanWon 2024 with 78.1%Up in 2026
Tim BurchettU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 2RepublicanWon 2024 with 69.3%Up in 2026
Charles J. FleischmannU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 3Republican
Scott DesJarlaisU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 70.0%Up in 2026
Andy OglesU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 5Republican
John RoseU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 6RepublicanWon 2024 with 68.0%Up in 2026
Mark GreenU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 7Republican
David KustoffU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 8RepublicanWon 2024 with 72.3%Up in 2026
Steve CohenU.S. House • Tennessee U.S. House Tennessee District 9DemocraticWon 2024 with 71.3%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for Tennessee. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
7.0 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
38.9 years
0.2 yr above national avg
Median Household Income
$67,097
$11,441 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
30.4%
4.6% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 89.6%
Poverty Rate
13.8%
1.4% above national avg
Uninsured: 10.1%
Broadband Access
87.4% of households
2.3% below national avg
What is the total population of Tennessee?
Tennessee has 7.0 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Tennessee?
The median age in Tennessee is 38.9 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Tennessee?
The median household income in Tennessee is $67,097. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Tennessee have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Tennessee, 89.6% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 30.4% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the poverty rate is 13.8% and the uninsured rate is 10.1%.
How many households in Tennessee have broadband?
In Tennessee, broadband access is 87.4% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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Tennessee Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Tennessee (2020)?
Tennessee has 7.0 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Tennessee?
The median age in Tennessee is 38.9 years.
What is the median household income in Tennessee?
The median household income in Tennessee is $67,097.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the poverty rate is 13.8% and the uninsured rate is 10.1%.
How many households in Tennessee have broadband?
In Tennessee, broadband access is 87.4% of households.
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