Carthage, Tennessee
Quick Statistics
Carthage is a community in Smith County, Tennessee, home to about 2,327 people spread across 2.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $30,217 a year, and a typical home is worth about $257,300. About 25.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.6% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Tennessee towns GeoStat tracks, Carthage ranks number 191 of 502 in population, number 164 in median household income, number 136 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Carthage typically top out near 89°F in July, while January nights average about 27°F. The area sees roughly 2 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | South Carthage, TN | 1.4 mi. | 2,364 |
| 2. | Gordonsville, TN | 4.9 mi. | 1,299 |
| 3. | Alexandria, TN | 13.4 mi. | 1,136 |
| 4. | Hartsville/Trousdale County, TN | 15.2 mi. | 11,957 |
| 5. | Watertown, TN | 15.4 mi. | 1,463 |
| 6. | Dowelltown, TN | 16.9 mi. | 434 |
| 7. | Liberty, TN | 17.5 mi. | 406 |
| 8. | Gainesboro, TN | 18.0 mi. | 1,064 |
What is the population of Carthage, Tennessee?
Carthage has a population of about 2,327 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Carthage, Tennessee in?
Carthage is located in Smith County, Tennessee.
What is the median home value in Carthage, Tennessee?
The median home value in Carthage is about $257,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Carthage, Tennessee?
The median personal income in Carthage is about $30,217 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Carthage, Tennessee?
Since 1950, 16 tornadoes have been recorded in Smith County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Carthage, Tennessee?
Typical July highs run about 89 degrees and January lows about 27 degrees, with around 2 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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