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Humboldt, TN

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Population
7,841
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
363 ft
Median Home Value
$102,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$742/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,917
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Humboldt

Humboldt is a welcoming small town in West Tennessee with a population of around 8,000. Located just a short drive north of Jackson, it offers a relaxed, close-knit atmosphere while keeping larger-city conveniences like regional hospitals, shopping, and dining within easy reach. Founded as a railroad junction in the mid-1800s, the town still features a classic downtown grid surrounded by quiet residential neighborhoods and open farmland.

Assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) at Webb Farm Solar Systems Inc., a minority owned solar farm, in Humboldt, Tennessee, on April 4, 2024 38

Community life here centers around the annual West Tennessee Strawberry Festival, a beloved May tradition running since 1934 that brings the whole town together for a week of parades, live music, and carnival rides. On everyday afternoons, residents head to Bailey Park for youth sports, walking trails, and playgrounds. With its blend of local schools, affordable housing, and friendly neighbors, Humboldt offers an easygoing pace of life for newcomers looking to settle in the region.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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