Williamson County, Tennessee
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| Name | Williamson County, Tennessee |
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Williamson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the population was 247,726. Its county seat is Franklin. The county is named after Hugh Williamson, a North Carolina politician who signed the United States Constitution.
History[edit | edit source]
Williamson County was created on October 26, 1799, from part of Davidson County. The county was named in honor of Hugh Williamson, a North Carolina politician who was a signer of the United States Constitution. The county seat, Franklin, was named after Benjamin Franklin.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 583 square miles (1,510 km²), of which 583 square miles (1,510 km²) is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km²) (0.07%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Davidson County (north)
- Rutherford County (east)
- Marshall County (south)
- Maury County (southwest)
- Hickman County (west)
- Dickson County (northwest)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 247,726 people, 83,897 households, and 66,778 families residing in the county. The population density was 424 people per square mile (164/km²). There were 87,336 housing units at an average density of 149 per square mile (58/km²).
Government[edit | edit source]
Williamson County is governed by a County Commission consisting of 24 members, two from each of the 12 voting districts. The county's executive branch is headed by a County Mayor.
Education[edit | edit source]
Williamson County is served by the Williamson County Schools district, which operates numerous elementary, middle, and high schools throughout the county. The county is also home to several private schools and higher education institutions.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Williamson County is diverse, with significant employment in healthcare, education, and retail sectors. The county is also known for its high quality of life and affluent communities.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Cities[edit | edit source]
- Brentwood
- Fairview
- Franklin
- Spring Hill (partial)
Towns[edit | edit source]
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Hugh Williamson, namesake of the county and signer of the United States Constitution
- Benjamin Franklin, namesake of the county seat
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of counties in Tennessee
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Williamson County, Tennessee
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