Hickman Public RecordsTennessee

Hickman, a city in Smith County, Tennessee, had a population of 95 as of the 2020 Census. Of residents, approximately 52% were male and 48% female. The median age was about 44 years. Racially, the population was 96% White, 2% Black or African American, and 2% of two or more races; Hispanic or Latino residents comprised roughly 2%. The small population reflects a close-knit, largely homogeneous community.

Hickman, an unincorporated community in Smith County, TN, falls under the Smith County School District. Nearby schools include Gordonsville High School and Smith County High School, both covering grades 9-12, with average graduation rates around 94%. About 13% of adults in Smith County hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 6 public schools in the district. Schools generally score 6/10 on state tests. Smith County promotes school safety with resource officers and emergency drills. Adult education and vocational programs are available through the Smith County Adult Education Center, supporting GED and career advancement.

Hickman City in Smith County, TN, lacks a full-service hospital; the nearest is Riverview Regional Medical Center in Carthage. Local healthcare access is primarily through small clinics like Fast Pace Health Urgent Care. Smith County's uninsured rate is 11%, with most residents covered by private insurance or TennCare. The population is 95% White, median age 42. Common health issues include diabetes (11%), hypertension (31%), and obesity (37%). Primary care provider ratio is about 1:3,000. Access to specialty care requires travel to Nashville or Cookeville.

Hickman, an unincorporated community in Smith County, TN, offers mostly single-family homes, with median property values around $160,000–$180,000 as of 2024. Homeownership rates in the area are high (over 75%), and monthly rents average $900–$1,100 for standard 2–3 bedroom homes. Housing stock consists of traditional and ranch-style houses, mostly built in the latter half of the 20th century. The area is primarily rural with loosely-defined neighborhoods, and property taxes are relatively low, averaging about $0.70 per $100 assessed value. The market has seen steady, moderate appreciation of 3–4% annually.

Hickman, an unincorporated community in Smith County, TN, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with an estimated 96% of workers commuting by car and a vehicle ownership rate above the state average. Public transit is virtually nonexistent, and carpooling is minimal. The average one-way commute for Smith County residents is about 31 minutes, longer than the national average. Transportation infrastructure centers on State Routes 263 and 264. Most commuters travel to larger employment hubs such as Carthage and Lebanon or further to Nashville. Walkability and biking options are very limited due to rural layout and infrastructure.