District 8, Tennessee
District 8 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 8 is a geographic entity located in Macon County, Tennessee. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,428. The land area covers 28.92 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,428 | ±638 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45 yrs | ±15.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 981 | ±267 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,085 | ±240 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 981 | ±267 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 104 | ±114 |
| Median Home Value | $244,300 | ±$52,119 |
| Median Gross Rent | $799 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $96,875 | ±$11,621 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,772 | ±$12,154 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% | ±9.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 271 | ±246 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,519 | ±481 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.1% | ±14.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 27,189 (2024)
ID: 194092
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MACON COUNTY MAYOR
201 COUNTY COURTHOUSE, LAFAYETTE TN 37083-1200
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Scottsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Scottsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Scottsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Scottsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bethpage, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Lafayette, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Lafayette, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gamaliel, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Scottsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hartsville, TN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hartsville
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College | 15.7 mi away | 716 McMurry Blvd East, Hartsville, TN, 37074-2028 |
6153742147
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MACON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 311 CHURCH STREET, LAFAYETTE, TN, 37083 |
(615) 666-4340
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WESTMORELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY OF SUMNER COUNTY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 2305 EPPERSON SPRINGS ROAD, WESTMORELAND, TN, 37186 |
(615) 644-2026
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ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 106 WEST PUBLIC SQUARE, SCOTTSVILLE, KY, 42164 |
(270) 237-3861
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RED BOILING SPRINGS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 335 E. MAIN STREET, RED BOILING SPRINGS, TN, 37150 |
(615) 699-3701
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FRED A. VAUGHT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 211 WHITE OAK STREET, HARTSVILLE, TN, 37074 |
(615) 374-3677
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WILLIAM B. HARLAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 500 WEST FOURTH STREET, TOMPKINSVILLE, KY, 42167 |
(270) 487-5301
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WILLIAM B. HARLAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 500 WEST FOURTH STREET, TOMPKINSVILLE, KY, 42167 |
(270) 487-5301
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SCOTTSVILLE, KY US, located 13.5 miles from District 8. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.1° | 25.7° | 35.4° | 4.06" | 3.0" |
| February | 50.2° | 28.9° | 39.6° | 4.42" | 2.4" |
| March | 59.0° | 36.7° | 47.9° | 4.83" | 1.0" |
| April | 69.7° | 45.1° | 57.4° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.8° | 54.3° | 65.6° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.8° | 61.5° | 72.7° | 5.08" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.0° | 65.4° | 76.2° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.5° | 63.8° | 75.2° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.8° | 57.4° | 69.1° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.4° | 46.4° | 58.4° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.3° | 36.4° | 47.4° | 3.81" | 0.1" |
| December | 48.4° | 29.6° | 39.0° | 4.68" | 1.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Fountain Run city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Westmoreland town | Town | 10.7 mi | — |
| Red Boiling Springs city | City | 12.8 mi | — |
| Scottsville city | City | 13.0 mi | — |
| Bransford CDP | CDP | 14.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4711191442. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.