Where is Greeneville, Tennessee, USA?

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Where is Greeneville Located? - Greeneville is a city located in Greene County of Tennessee, United States. Greeneville lies between 33.1384 Degrees North latitudes and 96.111 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Greeneville, Tennessee

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Where is Greeneville?: The Google Map showing the location of Greeneville in the U.S. state of Tennessee.

Where is Greeneville Located?

Greeneville is a city located in Greene County of Tennessee, United States. Greeneville lies between 33.1384 Degrees North latitudes and 96.111 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Greeneville city is 15,479 people and the city has a total area of 17.08 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Greeneville, Tennessee Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGreeneville
CountyGreene County
StateTennessee
State CapitalNashville
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude36.1632°N
Longitude82.8309°W
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Land Area17.01 sq mi
Water Area0.07 sq mi
Total Area17.08 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)15,479 (Census 2020)
Population Density (per sq mi)Approximately 910
ZIP Codes37743, 37744, 37745
Area Code423
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code47-30760
Congressional DistrictTennessee's 1st Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Greeneville, Tennessee

  • Jonesborough, Tennessee — 20 mi Southwest
  • Morristown, Tennessee — 30 mi West
  • Johnson City, Tennessee — 30 mi Northeast
  • Bristol, Tennessee — 55 mi Northeast
  • Knoxville, Tennessee — 70 mi Southwest
  • Asheville, North Carolina — 70 mi Southeast
  • Kingsport, Tennessee — 45 mi Northeast
  • Sevierville, Tennessee — 75 mi Southwest
  • Hickory, North Carolina — 120 mi Southeast
  • Charlotte, North Carolina — 190 mi Southeast

Driving Distances from Greeneville, Tennessee

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
JonesboroughTennessee2030 minutes
MorristownTennessee3040 minutes
Johnson CityTennessee3040 minutes
KingsportTennessee4555 minutes
BristolTennessee551 hour
KnoxvilleTennessee701 hour 20 minutes
AshevilleNorth Carolina701 hour 30 minutes
SeviervilleTennessee751 hour 30 minutes
HickoryNorth Carolina1202 hours 15 minutes
CharlotteNorth Carolina1903 hours 15 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Greeneville, Tennessee

TransportationDetails
Airport NameTri-Cities Airport
IATA CodeTRI
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 11E, U.S. Route 321, Tennessee State Route 107
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak service available in Clemson, South Carolina and other regional locations
Local Bus/Transit ServiceGreeneville public transportation services
  • U.S. Route 11E - Major east-west highway connecting Greeneville with Johnson City and Knoxville.
  • U.S. Route 321 - Regional highway providing access toward eastern Tennessee communities.
  • Tennessee State Route 107 - Local route connecting Greeneville with surrounding rural areas.

What are top Places to Visit in Greeneville, Tennessee

Landmark NameType
Andrew Johnson National Historic SiteHistoric Site
Andrew Johnson National CemeteryHistoric Cemetery
Nathanael Greene MuseumMuseum
Greeneville Greene County History MuseumMuseum
Davy Crockett Birthplace State ParkState Park
Paint Creek State ParkRecreation Area
Margarette FallsNatural Attraction
Dickson-Williams MansionHistoric Home
The Capitol TheatreHistoric Theater
Greeneville Historic DistrictHistoric District

Colleges and Universities near Greeneville, Tennessee

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Tusculum UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, business, education, and professional programs
Northeast State Community College - Greeneville CampusPublicCommunity CollegeTechnical education, workforce training, and associate degrees
East Tennessee State UniversityPublicUniversityHealth sciences, education, business, and research programs
Walters State Community College - Greeneville CampusPublicCommunity CollegeCareer education and transfer programs
Greeneville City SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education services

Waterbodies in Greeneville, Tennessee

Nolichucky River, Lick Creek, Horse Creek, Paint Creek, Davy Crockett Lake, Douglas Lake (nearby)

Golf Courses near Greeneville, Tennessee

Link Hills Country Club, Graysburg Hills Golf Course, Dandridge Golf & Country Club, The Crossings Golf Club

Greeneville, Tennessee — Key Historical Facts

  • Greeneville was founded in 1783 and is one of the oldest towns in Tennessee.
  • The town was named after General Nathanael Greene, a major general in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.
  • Greeneville served as the capital of the short-lived State of Franklin from 1785 to 1788.
  • The city played an important role in the history of early Tennessee settlement, politics, and government.
  • Greeneville was the home of Andrew Johnson, the 17th President of the United States, who lived and worked in the community for much of his life.
  • The surrounding region developed through agriculture, manufacturing, and trade supported by the Appalachian landscape.
  • Today, Greeneville is known for its historic sites, Appalachian culture, outdoor recreation, and connection to early American history.

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