Greene County, county in Tennessee, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 69,571 inhabitants. The county was created 241 years ago in 1783. Its county seat is Greeneville.
There are 7 city/town in Greene County, TN. The largest city of Greene County is Greeneville with a population of 14,940. Other cities include, Mount Pleasant population 4,972, Tusculum population 2,669, Mosheim population 2,357, Eastview population 702
Tusculum, City in Tennessee, United States
Nestled in the northeastern corner of Tennessee, Greene County contains small towns and communities that highlight the natural beauty and agricultural heritage of the area. Here are some of the highlights:
Greeneville - The largest town and county seat of Greene County with around 15,000 residents. Designated as the capital of the short-lived State of Franklin in the 18th century, Greeneville has historic attractions like the Andrew Johnson National Historic Site.
Tusculum - This small town has under 3,000 residents and is home to Tusculum University. The area has ties to early pioneer settler John Sevier and the old Nolichucky River settlement of the 1770s.
Mosheim - With a population of around 2,500, Mosheim provides easy access to fishing and boating opportunities along the Nolichucky River. Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park is located just outside of town.
Baileyton - This tiny unincorporated community of around 500 sits at the foot of Big Ridge and Flag Pond Mountain. The picturesque setting and Appalachian Trail access draws outdoor recreation enthusiasts.
Chuckey - Chuckey has just a few hundred residents but provides views of the Appalachian Mountains and farmland. It sits near the historic site of the Earnest Fort and the Nolichucky River.
The small towns of Greene County highlight the frontier heritage, independent spirit, and natural beauty characteristic of this corner of Tennessee. From historic sites to scenic vistas, there's much to uncover.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Greene County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Baileyton | Human settlement in Greene County, Tennessee, United States of America | 456 |
Cedar Hill | Human settlement in Robertson County, Tennessee, United States of America | 312 |
Eastview | Human settlement in McNairy County, Tennessee, United States of America | 702 |
Greeneville | Town in and county seat of Greene County, Tennessee, United States | 14,940 |
Mosheim | City in Greene County, Tennessee, United States of America | 2,357 |
Mount Pleasant | City in Maury County, Tennessee, United States | 4,972 |
Tusculum | City in Tennessee, United States | 2,669 |