County · Tennessee
McNairy County, Tennessee
McNairy County, Tennessee. McNairy County had 26,236 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 1.4% since 2020, slower than Tennessee (+5.8%). It holds 12 places (11 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 8 census tracts. GEOID 47109.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
26,236
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 25,866 · ACS 2020-2024: 25,970
Median household income
$53,473
±$3,675 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $69,595
Median home value
$161,800
±$8,330 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $286,700
Median gross rent
$723
±$36 (90% margin)
Tennessee: $1,189
How many people live in McNairy County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 25,866 residents in McNairy County. The Census Bureau estimates 26,236 for July 1, 2025, up 1.4% since 2020, slower than Tennessee (+5.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 25,970 over 563 square miles of land.
| Measure | McNairy County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 25,970 | 7,066,383 | +126 |
| Households | 9,939±311 | 2,824,277 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.58±0.08 | 2.45 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 12,327±45 | 3,143,670 | +267 |
McNairy County's population since 2000
From 24,653 in 2000 to 26,236 in 2025: up 6.4%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in McNairy County?
McNairy County holds 12 places: 11 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Selmer with 4,575 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Selmer | 4,446 | $51,591 |
|---|---|---|
| Adamsville | 2,265 | $51,422 |
| Eastview | 763 | $58,750 |
| Bethel Springs | 742 | $34,500 |
| Michie | 679 | $60,714 |
| Guys | 414 | $58,929 |
| StantonvilleGEOID 4770840 | 335 | $47,222 |
| RamerGEOID 4761520 | 325 | $53,333 |
| Finger | 276 | $53,750 |
| MilledgevilleGEOID 4748920 | 271 | $56,042 |
| ChewallaGEOID 4714520 | 94 | not published |
| EnvilleGEOID 4724240 | 188 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in McNairy County?
The median resident of McNairy County is 42.9 years old; 21.6% are under 18 and 20.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 89.0%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 5.4%. 1.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | McNairy County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.9±0.6 | 38.9 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.6% | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.8%±0.3 pts | 17.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% | 7.4% | +0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 89.0%±0.3 pts | 71.0% | −0.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 5.4%±0.7 pts | 15.4% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 1.9% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.8%±1.0 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 6.1% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 1.5%±0.8 pts | 8.6% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.8%±1.1 pts | 7.3% | – |
| With a disability | 16.4%±1.8 pts | 14.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 10.1%±1.3 pts | 10.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.4%±1.8 pts | 90.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 13.0%±1.9 pts | 31.1% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.3%±1.1 pts | 11.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.0%±0.4 pts | 3.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in McNairy County earn?
Half of McNairy County's 9,939 households earn less than $53,473 a year (±$3,675), against $69,595 in Tennessee. In 2015-2019 the median was $48,195 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $5,278 after inflation. 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | McNairy County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $53,473±$3,675 | $69,595 | +$5,278 |
| Mean household income | $69,996±$3,526 | $96,820 | – |
| Per capita income | $27,905±$1,404 | $39,437 | +$2,142 |
| People below the poverty line | 16.5%±2.7 pts | 13.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.9%±5.6 pts | 18.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.2%±2.4 pts | 10.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 84.4%±1.8 pts | 89.2% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in McNairy County?
Owners occupy 79.7% of McNairy County's occupied homes and renters 20.3%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $161,800 by its owner (±$8,330). The median renter pays $723 a month including utilities, and 21.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | McNairy County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $161,800±$8,330 | $286,700 | +$41,069 |
| Median gross rent | $723±$36 | $1,189 | −$45 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 21.3%±7.0 pts | 39.7% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,137±$45 | $1,566 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 79.7%±2.8 pts | 66.9% | +7.0 pts |
| Housing units | 12,327±45 | 3,143,670 | +267 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±0.6 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.3%±0.6 pts | 6.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 78.3%±2.5 pts | 68.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 17.4%±2.4 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.5%±0.6 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.8%±1.0 pts | 5.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is McNairy County building?
Builders took permits for 26 new housing units across McNairy County in 2025 (26 single-family), 1.0 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in McNairy County get to work?
78.9% of McNairy County's workers drive alone and 8.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.8%.
| Measure | McNairy County | Tennessee | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 53.6%±1.8 pts | 62.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.8%±1.4 pts | 4.7% | −5.3 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 78.9%±3.5 pts | 75.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.4%±2.7 pts | 8.4% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Walked | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.9%±2.3 pts | 12.9% | +3.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.8 min±1.7 | 25.7 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are McNairy County's census tracts?
McNairy County is divided into 8 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $38,493 (Tract 9305.02) to $65,583 (Tract 9302).
| Tract 930147109930100 | 4,470±412 | $51,313 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 930247109930200 | 2,737±366 | $65,583 |
| Tract 930347109930300 | 2,655±471 | $42,059 |
| Tract 930447109930400 | 2,084±344 | $45,463 |
| Tract 9305.0147109930501 | 2,436±404 | $53,910 |
| Tract 9305.0247109930502 | 4,753±531 | $38,493 |
| Tract 930647109930600 | 3,609±457 | $62,813 |
| Tract 930747109930700 | 3,226±504 | $60,263 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does McNairy County compare with Tennessee's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 57th of 95 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 84th of 95 |
| Residents per square mile | 72nd of 95 |
| Median household income | 67th of 95 |
| Median home value | 72nd of 95 |
| Median gross rent | 81st of 95 |
| Poverty rate | 39th of 95 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 83rd of 95 |
| Median age | 43rd of 95 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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