
Tennessee
State in United States
Tennessee has a land area of 41,227.1 square miles and a water area of 905.9 square miles. It is the 34th largest state by area. Tennessee is bordered by Missouri, Arkansas, Georgia, Virginia, North Carolina, Mississippi, Kentucky, and Alabama.
Population and People
Total Population
6,975,218Data from Census Bureau
Average Age
39.2 YearData from Census Bureau
Senior Population (65 years and older)
1,187,354Data from Census Bureau
Veterans
7.3%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$85,896Data from Census Bureau
Poverty
22.9%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
5,597,044Data from Census Bureau
Unemployed
3.2%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
2,770,395Data from Census Bureau
Median Gross Rent (in dollars)
$981Data from Census Bureau
Gross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
56.1%Data from Census Bureau
Gross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
43.9%Data from Census Bureau
Median Home Price (in dollars)
$235,200Data from Census Bureau
Renter Rate
901,349Data from Census Bureau
Homeownership Rate
1,869,046Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
14.9%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Tennessee is located in Atlanta Regional Office. Within Tennessee there are . Throughout Tennessee there are 86 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: TENNESSEE
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact the HUD office nearest you. In Tennessee, offices are located in Knoxville, Memphis and Nashville.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY: (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our local Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Resource Center:
FIELD OFFICES HUD: TENNESSEE
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: TENNESSEE
TANF OFFICE HUD: TENNESSEE
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: TENNESSEE
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: TENNESSEE
RENTAL HELP: TENNESSEE
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) – To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
HOMEOWNERSHIP: TENNESSEE
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware – whether you’re buying or refinancing your home, don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
Population by Age Range in Tennessee
Age and Sex
39.2 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Tennessee

Age and Sex
39.2 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Tennessee
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Tennessee
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Tennessee
Older Population
17.00 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Tennessee

Older Population
17.00 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Tennessee
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Tennessee
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Tennessee
Veterans
7.30 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Tennessee

Veterans
7.30 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Tennessee
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Tennessee
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Tennessee
Median Household Income
$59,695 +/- $788
Median Household Income in Tennessee

Median Household Income
$59,695 +/- $788
Median Household Income in Tennessee
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Tennessee
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Tennessee
Poverty
13.60 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Tennessee

Poverty
13.60 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Tennessee
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Tennessee
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Tennessee
Educational Attainment
30.50 +/- 0.4
Educational Attainment in Tennessee

Educational Attainment
30.50 +/- 0.4
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Tennessee
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Tennessee
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Tennessee
Employment rate
57.70% +/- 0.4%
Employment rate in Tennessee

Employment rate
57.70% +/- 0.4%
Employment rate in Tennessee
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: TENNESSEE

HUD Multifamily Housing Updates for the Southeast Region To self-register to receive updates and announcements for the Multifamily Housing Southeast region, enter your e-mail address, select the Southeast Region subscription topic, then select the specific state(s) you would like to subscribe to.
The purpose of the distribution list is to provide an efficient way for property owners, management companies, sponsors, developers, and other interested parties to stay informed.
Region IV Environmental Team Mailing List This list is intended to inform persons with environmental review responsibilities of training announcements, regulatory updates and policy announcements regarding completion of environmental reviews pursuant to NEPA as implemented by HUD regulations. Mailings that do not address national matters, will focus primarily on items specific to HUD Region IV.
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023