Grainger County, Tennessee
Grainger County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the population was 23,527. The county seat is Rutledge. Grainger County is part of the Morristown, Tennessee Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History[edit | edit source]
Grainger County was established in 1796, the same year that Tennessee became a state. It was named for Mary Grainger Blount, the wife of William Blount, a territorial governor. The county has a rich history, including its role in the American Civil War and its agricultural heritage.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 302 square miles (780 km²), of which 281 square miles (730 km²) is land and 21 square miles (54 km²) (7.0%) is water. The county is characterized by its mountainous terrain and is part of the Appalachian Mountains.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Union County (north)
- Claiborne County (northeast)
- Hancock County (east)
- Hawkins County (southeast)
- Hamblen County (south)
- Jefferson County (southwest)
- Knox County (west)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 23,527 people, 9,317 households, and 6,567 families residing in the county. The population density was 84 people per square mile (32/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.
Economy[edit | edit source]
Grainger County is known for its agricultural products, particularly Grainger County tomatoes, which are celebrated for their quality and flavor. The county also has a mix of manufacturing and service industries.
Education[edit | edit source]
The county is served by the Grainger County Schools system, which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and Grainger High School.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Cities and towns[edit | edit source]
- Bean Station
- Blaine
- Rutledge (county seat)
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
Notable people[edit | edit source]
- John Sevier, a pioneer and soldier who was one of the founding fathers of Tennessee.
- David Crockett, a 19th-century American folk hero, frontiersman, soldier, and politician.
See also[edit | edit source]
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Grainger County, Tennessee
- List of counties in Tennessee
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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