Maury County, county in Tennessee, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 99,590 inhabitants. The county was created 217 years ago in 1807. Its county seat is Columbia.
There are 2 city/town in Maury County, TN. The largest city of Maury County is Columbia with a population of 41,826. Other cities include and Mount Pleasant population 4,790
Mount Pleasant, City in Maury County, Tennessee, United States
Known as the "Antebellum Capital of Tennessee," Maury County is home to a number of historic small towns that give visitors a glimpse into the past. The county seat, Columbia, boasts over 200 homes built before the Civil War along with historic downtown buildings. Mule Day, held annually in Columbia since 1840, celebrates the town's history in the mule trade.
Just northwest of Columbia, the quaint town of Mount Pleasant is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its well-preserved downtown and historic homes. Also on the National Register is the small town of Spring Hill, which was once home to a major Civil War battle and still contains antebellum homes and buildings.
For outdoor recreation, Milltown Community is centered around the Duck River, where visitors can kayak, fish, and walk trails along the water. Though small, the cities and towns of Maury County provide an important window into Tennessee's past, where the trappings of the antebellum South still remain. From historic homes to annual traditions, Maury County offers an authentic look into Tennessee's early history and culture.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Maury County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Columbia | The county seat of Maury County, Tennessee. | 41,826 |
Mount Pleasant | City in Maury County, Tennessee, United States | 4,790 |