Maury County, Tennessee

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Maury County, Tennessee
County
Location within the U.S. state of Tennessee
Coordinates:
Country	United States
State	Tennessee
Founded	November 16, 1807
Named for	Abram Maury Jr.
County seat	Columbia
Area
• Total	616 sq mi (1,600 km2)
• Land	613 sq mi (1,590 km2)
• Water	3.1 sq mi (8 km2)
Population  (2020)
• Total	100,974
• Density	160/sq mi (63/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5
Website	Maury County official website

Maury County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the population was 100,974. Its county seat is Columbia. The county was formed in 1807 and named for Abram Maury Jr., a state legislator who was influential in the early development of the state.

History

Maury County was established on November 16, 1807, from lands formerly part of Williamson County. The county was named in honor of Abram Maury Jr., a prominent early settler and state legislator. The county seat, Columbia, was established in 1808 and quickly became a center of commerce and culture in the region.

During the American Civil War, Maury County was the site of several significant events, including the Battle of Columbia and the Battle of Spring Hill. The county's economy was historically based on agriculture, particularly the cultivation of cotton and tobacco.

Geography

Maury County is located in the central part of Tennessee. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 616 square miles (1,600 km²), of which 613 square miles (1,590 km²) is land and 3.1 square miles (8.0 km²) (0.5%) is water.

The county is characterized by rolling hills and fertile valleys, with the Duck River flowing through the county. The Natchez Trace Parkway also runs through Maury County, providing scenic views and recreational opportunities.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, there were 100,974 people, 37,000 households, and 26,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 165 people per square mile (64/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with significant African American and smaller Hispanic and Asian communities.

Economy

Historically, Maury County's economy was based on agriculture, with cotton and tobacco being the primary crops. In recent years, the county has diversified its economy, with manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors playing significant roles. The county is also home to several large employers, including General Motors and Maury Regional Medical Center.

Education

Maury County is served by the Maury County Public Schools system, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools throughout the county. Higher education opportunities are available at Columbia State Community College.

Government

Maury County is governed by a county mayor and a county commission. The county government provides various services, including law enforcement, emergency services, and public works.

Communities

Cities

• Columbia
• Mount Pleasant
• Spring Hill (partly in Williamson County)

Unincorporated communities

• Culleoka
• Hampshire
• Santa Fe
• Williamsport

Notable People

• James K. Polk, 11th President of the United States, who lived in Columbia.
• Sam Watkins, Confederate soldier and author of "Company Aytch."

See also

• National Register of Historic Places listings in Maury County, Tennessee
• Duck River (Tennessee)
• Natchez Trace Parkway

External links

• Maury County official website

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