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Tennessee, often called the Volunteer State, is a culturally rich and diverse state located in the southeastern region of the United States. Bordered by Kentucky to the north, Virginia to the northeast, North Carolina to the east, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi to the south, and Arkansas and Missouri to the west, Tennessee is known for its scenic beauty, rich musical heritage, and vibrant culture.

One of Tennessee's most iconic features is the Great Smoky Mountains, part of the Appalachian Mountains, which stretch along the state's eastern border. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, shared with North Carolina, is the most visited national park in the United States, which offers hiking, camping, wildlife viewing opportunities, and scenic drives amidst its lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and stunning mountain vistas.

Tennessee is also famous for its vibrant music scene, with Nashville, the state capital, known as the "Music City" and considered the country music capital of the world. Visitors to Nashville can explore historic attractions such as the Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium, and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, as well as enjoy live music performances at honky-tonks and music venues along Broadway.

Memphis, located in the southwestern part of the state, is renowned for its rich musical heritage, particularly in blues and rock 'n' roll. Visitors can explore iconic attractions such as Beale Street, Sun Studio, and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, as well as visit Graceland, the former home of Elvis Presley, which attracts millions of visitors each year.

In addition to its music scene, Tennessee offers a wealth of cultural attractions, historic landmarks, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Chattanooga, located in the state's southeastern part, is known for its scenic beauty, with attractions such as Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls, and the Tennessee Aquarium. Knoxville, home to the University of Tennessee, offers events, outdoor activities, and historic sites, including Market Square and the Sunsphere.

Throughout Tennessee, visitors will encounter warm hospitality, friendly locals, and a strong sense of pride in the state's heritage and traditions. Whether exploring its natural wonders, experiencing its rich musical heritage, or enjoying its vibrant cities, visitors to the Volunteer State will be captivated by its timeless charm and Southern hospitality.

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Topics: Color Schemes: Population
Number of Persons (in '000s)
             
Under 24 24-64 64-150 150-350 350-775 775-2,000 Over 2,000

County Statistics: STI: PopStats

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Principle Cities of Tennessee

City Name↑↓ Population↑↓ Density↑↓ White↑↓ Black↑↓ Asian↑↓ Hispanic↑↓ Education↑↓ Income↑↓ SSA↑↓ Poverty↑↓ Land Area↑↓
Bartlett57,4811,779.8667.8622.863.523.3345.3894,60333.014.8632.2952
Brentwood44,8301,080.9582.483.247.853.6479.5181,57626.222.3741.4729
Bristol27,307835.6989.292.850.363.5339.1249,13035.7417.6632.6758
Chattanooga181,2881,273.5256.5729.152.397.5742.0357,70331.8116.92142.352
Clarksville167,8821,685.9355.4922.812.6111.8841.1362,68821.3612.8899.5784
Cleveland47,7251,546.375.627.851.829.4838.4352,46835.2817.330.8641
Collierville51,1701,406.7569.489.8313.794.0166.52129,72928.142.6636.3746
Columbia42,4741,257.9168.8417.080.49.6832.3958,11030.6512.5233.7655
Cookeville34,967977.5581.33.321.4810.0938.5748,09427.5521.4835.7701
Dickson16,051789.7782.546.8307.8325.3365,24433.4115.220.3238
Dyersburg16,170933.6567.9324.350.572.0230.3750,55037.0921.1917.3192
East Ridge22,0402,661.2170.0912.221.0513.3330.3153,10331.9815.758.2819
Farragut23,7951,489.2490.610.83.852.3275.04135,72534.662.3815.978
Franklin83,6301,878.4375.86.338.735.7969.64106,59222.725.1144.5212
Gallatin44,9471,311.5767.5415.32.379.3738.8868,54830.4213.3634.2696
Germantown41,0942,056.1385.174.845.392.1174.26140,42936.692.3919.9861
Goodlettsville17,5001,214.5458.2422.063.38.3841.2964,58127.211.0114.4087
Greeneville15,458909.4885.942.590.415.032846,47342.0216.9816.9965
Hendersonville61,5891,944.3982.588.51.985.1951.2586,95429.796.8731.6752
Jackson67,9931,157.4745.7845.421.394.3733.0548,05831.9222.958.7427
Johnson City70,7201,627.8782.435.892.215.3347.7753,17329.4821.6643.4433
Kingsport55,4151,053.4389.363.321.292.5539.3948,22844.3920.2252.6044
Knoxville191,8571,943.2172.0715.951.565.741.7348,30926.6920.7498.7321
La Vergne38,5531,559.9247.74253.5719.8332.6377,53120.2410.0524.7147
Lebanon39,562987.2475.0210.571.647.0438.0563,69830.4314.6540.0731
Maryville31,8761,846.1189.212.961.423.2246.2974,61034.848.3417.2665
Memphis630,0272,136.2824.0764.11.638.0233.7448,09028.2323.6294.918
Morristown30,5741,104.8267.725.961.2320.0223.6739,54738.1925.7427.6733
Mount Juliet39,5251,534.5577.038.034.186.7556.73108,06624.864.7725.7567
Murfreesboro153,4872,398.6465.6817.583.557.4148.4670,45120.0211.5563.9891
Nashville-Davidson684,1031,438.554.9126.513.6210.7651.4571,32822.3814.53475.566
Oak Ridge31,535369.9180.476.452.415.5946.5867,15234.3714.6785.2496
Sevierville17,986745.7273.951.173.7818.0330.3949,44939.6615.4224.1189
Seymour16,0811,003.8594.7300.761.4829.3578,89836.897.2316.0194
Shelbyville23,6761,284.0256.8611.36024.417.9450,69425.6618.118.439
Smyrna53,7601,585.3359.1316.636.0413.5536.0476,11523.9611.8333.911
Springfield18,7751,409.9653.5820.620.119.8521.5355,39230.2221.2613.316
Spring Hill51,3191,763.983.774.431.367.5660.58104,88020.193.4229.094
Tullahoma21,107900.4784.625.911.834.5334.9356,77139.7717.9823.4399
City Statistics: American Community Survey 2022,
County Statistics: STI: PopStats