Hawkins County, county in Tennessee, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 56,775 inhabitants. The county was created 237 years ago in 1786. Its county seat is Rogersville.
There are 6 city/town in Hawkins County, TN. The largest city of Hawkins County is Church Hill with a population of 6,643. Other cities include, Mount Carmel population 5,425, Rogersville population 4,364, Surgoinsville population 1,754, Bulls Gap population 717
Mount Carmel, Town in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States
Hawkins County is located in upper East Tennessee, bordering Virginia. The county has around 56,000 residents. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in Hawkins County:
Rogersville serves as the county seat and largest town in Hawkins County. Located along Highway 11W, Rogersville has around 4,500 residents. The town has preserved its historic downtown and hosts the county's fair.
Church Hill is a small town in central Hawkins County with around 6,000 residents. Located along the Holston River, Church Hill was settled in the late 1700s. The area contains pioneer sites like the Netherland Inn.
Surgoinsville is a rural town in northeast Hawkins County near the Clinch River. With around 1,800 residents, Surgoinsville has antique shops and scenic river views. The town hosts an annual Blackberry Festival.
Mount Carmel is located south of Church Hill along the Holston River. The town has around 5,500 residents. Mount Carmel contains historic churches, buildings and hosts festivals like Sundown in the Park.
Bulls Gap is a very small town near the Hawkins-Greene county border. With around 750 residents, the town features Appalachian scenery and some dining options. Bulls Gap hosts an annual Hillbilly Days Festival.
Overall, Hawkins County retains its rural Appalachian roots and small town charm. The cities and towns showcase East Tennessee history, rivers, and mountainous landscape. Many annual fairs and festivals celebrate the area's culture.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hawkins County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Bulls Gap | Town in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States | 717 |
Church Hill | City in Tennessee | 6,643 |
Mount Carmel | Town in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States | 5,425 |
Petersburg | City located in Lincoln and Marshall County, Tennessee | 576 |
Rogersville | County seat of Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States | 4,364 |
Surgoinsville | City in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States of America | 1,754 |