Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN Metro Area

Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · Metro Area

2,079,596Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 14 counties (4 central, 10 outlying), part of the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro, TN combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $85,447
Median home value: $409,600
Land area: 6,302 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Davidson County, TN	Central	715,388	$77,853	$417,400
Rutherford County, TN	Outlying	360,646	$85,470	$382,600
Williamson County, TN	Central	260,351	$135,594	$751,900
Sumner County, TN	Central	204,424	$90,301	$393,100
Wilson County, TN	Central	158,805	$95,839	$428,000
Maury County, TN	Outlying	107,791	$76,130	$355,700
Robertson County, TN	Outlying	75,539	$83,047	$335,000
Dickson County, TN	Outlying	55,983	$75,003	$306,400
Cheatham County, TN	Outlying	41,829	$89,852	$338,700
Macon County, TN	Outlying	26,240	$59,177	$225,700
Hickman County, TN	Outlying	25,436	$68,247	$224,100
Smith County, TN	Outlying	20,389	$66,293	$243,800
Cannon County, TN	Outlying	14,818	$59,443	$252,000
Trousdale County, TN	Outlying	11,957	$72,747	$337,600

Largest cities and towns

73 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Nashville, TN	—	690,130	$77,371
Murfreesboro, TN	City	161,445	$80,108
Franklin, TN	City	87,133	$119,528
Hendersonville, TN	City	63,091	$97,200
Smyrna, TN	Town	56,692	$81,926
Spring Hill, TN	City	55,765	$112,013
Gallatin, TN	City	48,532	$77,518
Brentwood, TN	City	45,556	$182,088
Columbia, TN	City	45,441	$63,719
Lebanon, TN	City	44,788	$72,848
Mount Juliet, TN	City	42,073	$107,068
La Vergne, TN	City	40,243	$81,313
Springfield, TN	City	19,255	$59,465
Goodlettsville, TN	City	17,597	$70,758
Dickson, TN	City	16,424	$69,678
Nolensville, TN	Town	15,074	$177,148
White House, TN	City	14,631	$90,019
Portland, TN	City	13,449	$72,647
Hartsville, TN	—	11,957	$72,747
Fairview, TN	City	10,009	$91,131
Thompson's Station, TN	Town	8,294	$132,647
Greenbrier, TN	Town	6,971	$85,174
Green Hill, TN	CDP	6,866	$91,818
Millersville, TN	City	5,836	$71,789
Lafayette, TN	City	5,727	$51,736

Also in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro, TN combined area

Tullahoma-Manchester, TN · micro · 66,384 Shelbyville, TN · micro · 52,237 Lawrenceburg, TN · micro · 45,385 Winchester, TN · micro · 43,990 Lewisburg, TN · micro · 36,049

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Unemployment

3.7%

College Educated

40.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$85,447

Mean Household Income

$117,559

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.2%

Female

50.8%

Population Split

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English13.7%

German9.7%

Irish9.0%

Mexican5.0%

Italian2.7%

Scottish2.3%

African1.7%

French1.6%

Polish1.2%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

9.6%Foreign Born

90.4%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized39.3%

Non-Citizen60.7%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later45.2%

Before 201054.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

897,206

Median Rent

$1,528/mo

Median Home Value

$409,600

Median Year Built

1994

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

485,121

College Enrollment

17.9%

High School

22.6%

College Educated

40.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

27.8 min

Drive Alone Rate

70.7%

Public Transit

0.6%

Work From Home

18.2%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.9%

18-34 Years

24.2%

35-64 Years

38.8%

65+ Years

14.1%

Population Composition

Under 1822.9%

18-3424.2%

35-6438.8%

65+14.1%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

48.1%

Single Parent

6.0%

Living Alone

28.4%

Avg Size

2.46

Household Types

Married Couples48.1%

Single Parent6.0%

Living Alone28.4%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$47,249

SNAP Usage

7.0%

Health Insurance

90.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k11.6%

$25k - $50k15.7%

$50k - $100k30.2%

$100k+42.5%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

9.6%

Retail Trade

11.0%

Education & Health Care

22.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

11.4%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

90.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

92.5%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

96.6%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

96.3

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

103.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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