Cumberland County, Tennessee
Cumberland County, Tennessee | |
|---|---|
County | |
 Location within the U.S. state of Tennessee | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| Founded | 1856 |
| Named for | Cumberland Mountains |
| County seat | Crossville |
| Area | |
| • Total | 685 sq mi (1,770 km2) |
| • Land | 681 sq mi (1,760 km2) |
| • Water | 4.1 sq mi (11 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 61,407 |
| • Density | 90/sq mi (35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 |
Cumberland County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the population was 61,407. Its county seat is Crossville. The county was established in 1856 and named for the Cumberland Mountains.
History[edit | edit source]
Cumberland County was formed in 1856 from parts of Bledsoe, Fentress, Morgan, Putnam, Rhea, Roane, and White counties. The county is named after the Cumberland Mountains, which are part of the larger Appalachian Mountains.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 685 square miles (1,770 km²), of which 681 square miles (1,760 km²) is land and 4.1 square miles (11 km²) (0.6%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Fentress County (north)
- Morgan County (northeast)
- Roane County (east)
- Rhea County (southeast)
- Bledsoe County (south)
- Putnam County (west)
- White County (west)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 61,407 people, 25,553 households, and 17,567 families residing in the county. The population density was 90 people per square mile (35/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 96.2% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1% of the population.
Communities[edit | edit source]
City[edit | edit source]
- Crossville (county seat)
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
Education[edit | edit source]
Cumberland County is served by the Cumberland County School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the area.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Cumberland County is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is known for its scenic beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities, which attract visitors year-round.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
- Mandy Barnett, country music singer
- Minnie Pearl, country comedian
See also[edit | edit source]
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Cumberland County, Tennessee
- List of counties in Tennessee
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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