Tennessee Counties

Tennessee Counties

by Vishul Malik



Tennessee counties are divided into 4 TDOT regions. The regional offices are situated in Region 1 (Knoxville), Region 2 (Chattanooga), Region 3 (Nashville), and Region 4 (Jackson). The state’s capital and largest city (Nashville) is located in Davidson County.

How Many Counties in Tennessee

The US State of Tennessee (situated in the Southeastern region of the US) has 95 counties. Check this Tennessee County Map which provides the location of all counties on the Tennessee Map.




Counties of Tennessee

What are the 5 Biggest Counties in Tennessee by Size?

The biggest counties in Tennessee are Shelby County, Wayne County, Fayette County, Cumberland County, and Hardeman County.


What are the 5 Biggest Counties in Tennessee by Population?

In terms of population (2020), the biggest counties in Tennessee are Shelby County, Davidson County, Knox County, Hamilton County, and Rutherford County. 

Which is the Smallest County in Tennessee?

The smallest county in Tennessee (in terms of population) is Pickett County. Trousdale County is the smallest county in terms of size.

What are the Oldest and Newest Counties in Tennessee?

Washington County is the oldest county in Tennessee, created in 1777. Chester County and Pickett County are the newest counties, created in 1879.


Which are the Richest and Poorest Counties in Tennessee?

  • Williamson County is the richest county in Tennessee. Its median annual household income (2020) is US$112,962.
  • Grundy County is the poorest county in Tennessee. Its median annual household income (2009-2013) is US$26,814.

What are the top 5 Best Counties to Live in Tennessee?

Williamson County, Knox County, Rutherford County, Davidson County, and Hamilton County are Tennessee’s best counties to live in.

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