Lincoln County, Tennessee
Lincoln County, Tennessee
Lincoln County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the population was 34,659. Its county seat and largest city is Fayetteville. The county is named for Benjamin Lincoln, an officer in the American Revolutionary War.
History[edit | edit source]
Lincoln County was established in 1809 from parts of Bedford County. The county was named in honor of General Benjamin Lincoln, who served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. The area was originally inhabited by the Cherokee and Chickasaw tribes before European-American settlers arrived.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 571 square miles (1,480 km²), of which 570 square miles (1,476 km²) is land and 1.2 square miles (3.1 km²) (0.2%) is water. The county is part of the Highland Rim and is characterized by rolling hills and fertile valleys.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Bedford County (north)
- Moore County (northeast)
- Franklin County (east)
- Madison County, Alabama (south)
- Limestone County, Alabama (southwest)
- Giles County (west)
- Marshall County (northwest)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 34,659 people, 13,800 households, and 9,800 families residing in the county. The population density was 61 people per square mile (24/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with smaller percentages of African American, Native American, Asian, and other races.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Lincoln County is diverse, with agriculture, manufacturing, and retail trade being significant sectors. The county is known for its production of soybeans, corn, and wheat. Additionally, the presence of several manufacturing plants contributes to the local economy.
Education[edit | edit source]
Lincoln County is served by the Lincoln County School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools. The county is also home to the Fayetteville City Schools, which serves the city of Fayetteville.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Cities[edit | edit source]
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
- Blanche
- Dellrose
- Flintville
- Kelso
- Mulberry
- Petersburg (partly in Marshall County)
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- David "Davy" Crockett, frontiersman and politician, lived in Lincoln County for a period.
See also[edit | edit source]
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Lincoln County, Tennessee
- List of counties in Tennessee
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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