Dickson is home to roughly 16,246 residents. Dickson sits in Dickson County. The median age is 35.7 and the median household income is $69,074. Homes carry a median value of $263,100, and about 65% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (79.9%). Around 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 26 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Dickson — frequently asked
What is the population of Dickson, Tennessee?
Dickson has a population of about 16,246, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Dickson?
The median home value in Dickson is $263,100, and the median gross rent is $999/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Dickson safe? What is the crime rate?
Dickson Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 716 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Dickson face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Dickson County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including cold wave, ice storm, tornado.
How many schools are in Dickson?
Dickson has 8 public schools (4 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Dickson?
Public registry data lists 8 registered sex offenders in or near Dickson. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.