Dickson

TN

Dickson County, Tennessee

Population 56K |Median income $75,003 |1 hospital

Population
55,983
Dickson County
Median Income
$75,003
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$306,400
+35% vs avg
Median Age
39.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
56K+12%
Median Income
$75,003+69%
Median Home Value
$306,400+121%
Poverty Rate
10.9%-29%
Unemployment
3.4%-64%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,015/mo
Poverty Rate
10.9% -23% vs avg
Unemployment 3.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22%
Work From Home 11.5%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 88.5%
African American 3.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%
Asian 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.7%
High Blood Pressure
37.6%
Obesity
37.6%
Physical Inactivity
27.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.6%
Current Smoking
18%
Binge Drinking
15.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.1%
Diabetes
12.7%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.6%
Dental Visit 58.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
TRISTAR HORIZON MEDICAL CENTER
DICKSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Dickson Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple East Tennessee Counties Until 5:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Western North Carolina and East Tennessee Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Knoxville and East Tennessee Through 4:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee and Western North Carolina Through 5:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Tennessee Counties Through 3:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Dickson, TN? ▼
Dickson, TN has a population of 55,983 people, located in Dickson County, Tennessee.
What is the median household income in Dickson? ▼
The median household income in Dickson, TN is $75,003 per year. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
What is the median home value in Dickson? ▼
The median home value in Dickson, TN is $306,400. Median rent is $1,015/month.
What are the top health concerns in Dickson? ▼
The top health indicators in Dickson include Short Sleep Duration (38.7%), High Blood Pressure (37.6%), Obesity (37.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Dickson? ▼
Dickson has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Dickson? ▼
The median age in Dickson, TN is 39.1 years. 22% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Dickson, TN is located in Dickson County, Tennessee. With a population of 56K and a median household income of $75,003, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Dickson area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Dickson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.