Where is Tullahoma, Tennessee, USA?

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Where is Tullahoma Located? - Tullahoma is a city located in the Coffee County, Franklin County of Tennessee, United States. Tullahoma lies between 39.9375911 Degrees North latitudes and 77.6611022 Degrees West longitudes.

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

Where is Tullahoma Located?

Tullahoma is a city located in the Coffee County, Franklin County of Tennessee, United States. Tullahoma lies between 39.9375911 Degrees North latitudes and 77.6611022 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Tullahoma city is 20339 people and the city has a total area of 23.44 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Tullahoma, Tennessee Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityTullahoma
CountyCoffee County and Franklin County
StateTennessee
State CapitalNashville
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude35.3620° N
Longitude86.2094° W
ElevationApproximately 1,080 ft (329 m)
Land Area23.2 sq mi
Water Area0.1 sq mi
Total Area23.3 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)20,339
Population DensityApproximately 877 per sq mi
ZIP Codes37388, 37389
Area Code931
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST), UTC−6
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT), UTC−5
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code47-75400
Community TypeCity

Transportation and Connectivity in Tullahoma, Tennessee

TransportationDetails
Airport NameNashville International Airport
IATA CodeBNA
Regional AirportTullahoma Regional Airport (William Northern Field)
PortPort of Nashville
Major HighwaysUS Highway 41A, US Highway 231, Tennessee State Route 55
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak service available in nearby communities
Local Transit ServiceLocal and regional transportation services
  • US Highway 41A — Major route connecting Tullahoma with Winchester, Manchester, and nearby communities.
  • US Highway 231 — Provides regional connections toward Murfreesboro and southern Middle Tennessee.
  • Tennessee State Route 55 — Connects Tullahoma with surrounding Coffee County areas.

Top Places to Visit in Tullahoma, Tennessee

Landmark NameType
Jack Daniel's DistilleryHistoric Distillery
Beckwith ParkPublic Park
Old Stone Fort State Archaeological ParkHistoric State Park
South Jackson Civic CenterCommunity and Event Center
Tullahoma Fine Arts CenterArts Center
Short Springs Natural AreaNature Preserve
Rutledge FallsWaterfall Attraction
Staggerwing MuseumAviation Museum
Arnold Engineering Development ComplexAerospace Research Facility
Motlow State Community College CampusEducational Landmark

Driving Distances from Tullahoma, Tennessee to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
ManchesterTennessee15 mi20 minutes
WinchesterTennessee18 mi25 minutes
MurfreesboroTennessee55 mi1 hour
ChattanoogaTennessee80 mi1 hour 30 minutes
NashvilleTennessee75 mi1 hour 20 minutes
HuntsvilleAlabama75 mi1 hour 20 minutes
KnoxvilleTennessee170 mi2 hours 45 minutes
BirminghamAlabama125 mi2 hours
AtlantaGeorgia170 mi2 hours 45 minutes
MemphisTennessee260 mi4 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Tullahoma, Tennessee

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Motlow State Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, and technical programs
Middle Tennessee State UniversityPublicUniversityAerospace, business, education, and research programs
University of Tennessee Space InstitutePublicResearch InstituteAerospace engineering, science, and advanced research
University of the SouthPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, sciences, and environmental studies
Tullahoma City SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictLocal public education

Waterbodies Near Tullahoma, Tennessee

Elk River, Normandy Lake, Woods Reservoir, Tims Ford Lake, and nearby creeks and streams

Golf Courses and Stadiums Near Tullahoma

Golf Courses: WillowBrook Golf Club, Lakewood Golf & Country Club, and nearby Middle Tennessee golf facilities. Stadiums: East Lincoln Stadium, Tullahoma High School athletic facilities, and Motlow State athletic fields.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Tullahoma, Tennessee

Landmark NameType
Staggerwing MuseumAviation Museum
Arnold Engineering Development ComplexAerospace Research Facility
Old Stone Fort State Archaeological ParkHistoric State Park
Short Springs Natural AreaNature Preserve
Rutledge FallsWaterfall Attraction
Beckwith ParkPublic Park
Tullahoma Fine Arts CenterArts Center
South Jackson Civic CenterCommunity Facility
Jack Daniel's DistilleryHistoric Distillery

Tullahoma, Tennessee — Key Historical Facts

  • Tullahoma was founded in the mid-19th century and was incorporated as a city in 1852.
  • The city was named after Tullahoma, Tennessee, a name derived from the Choctaw words meaning "red rock" or "red village."
  • Tullahoma developed as a railroad community and became an important transportation center in southern Middle Tennessee.
  • During the Civil War, the area was the site of the Tullahoma Campaign in 1863, an important Union military operation.
  • The establishment of Arnold Engineering Development Complex helped make Tullahoma a center for aerospace testing and research.
  • Today, Tullahoma is known for its aerospace industry, aviation history, outdoor recreation, and location in the scenic Highland Rim region.

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