Explore this Tennessee map to know everything you want to know. Learn about the location of this state in the United States of America. Check out its geography, time zones, history, major cities, national parks, trails, flag, capital, and many more.

About Tennessee

Tennessee is the 16th state of the United States, which was admitted to the union on June 1, 1796. Nashville is Tennessee’s capital city as well as the largest metro city. Memphis is the largest urban area in Tennessee. 

English is spoken by over 90% of the population in the state. Just over 5% of the populace speaks Spanish and other languages. In the US, Tennessee is the 16th most populous state in the United States. While The Volunteer State is its nickname, “Agriculture and Commerce” is the State Motto. Learn more about this US state from Facts of Tennessee.

Tennessee Flag

Tennessee’s state flag has a red background with a blue stripe bordered by white on the fly. In the middle of the flag, there is a blue circle having a white border. There are three five-pointed stars within this blue-colored circle. Due to this design, the Tennessee flag is also called The Tri-Star Flag. On April 17, 1905, the State of Tennessee adopted this flag.

Tennessee State Symbols

The Great Seal Of The State Of Tennessee is the state emblem or state seal of Tennessee. The Constitution of the State of Tennessee approved for the state to have its own official Great Seal in 1796. However, on September 25, 1801, committees were created and appointed to prepare the seal’s device and motto. The committees appointed William and Matthew Atkinson to prepare the seal and press. They were delivered to Governor Archibald Roane in April 1802. On April 24, 1802, the seal was first used. 

The seal’s design featured:

• An image of a cotton plant, a sheaf of wheat, and a plough is there in the seal. These images were placed below the Roman numerals XVI, which said that Tennessee was the 16th state of being admitted to the union.
• In the middle of the seal, the word “Agriculture” is highlighted. 
• The lower part of the seal displayed a boat and a boatman. 
• Below this image, the word “Commerce” is included. 
• The words “The Great Seal of the State of Tennessee” and the date of Tennessee’s constitution, “Feb. 6th, 1796” were included. 

The General Assembly adopted a standardized seal in 1987. The current standardized seal has made specific alterations such as:

• The image representing Commerce has been altered.
• The boatman has been omitted.
• The image of a ship has been replaced with a larger rigged vessel.
• The date of Tennessee’s statehood, Feb. 6th, 1796, has been changed to 1796.

Tennessee History

The modern history of Tennessee starts in 1540 when the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto first visited the Tennessee area. In 1763, after the French and Indian Wars, Great Britain acquired this place. The settlers created the “state“ of Franklin during 1784-1787. However, it was later disbanded. Congress organized the territory located south of the Ohio River in 1790. Ultimately in 1796, Tennessee joined the union. 

During the American Civil War, Tennessee was one of the states that joined the Confederacy. However, the pro-Union sentiment was high too at that time. Out of the 46 Civil War Battles in Tennessee, some of the major ones are the Battle of Nashville, Stones Rivers Battle, Chickamauga/Chattanooga Battle, Fort Donelson Battle, Shiloh Battle, and many more.

Tennessee Location Map

Tennessee Location Map shows the exact location of the US state of Tennessee on the US map. It also shows the boundaries of states in the US, neighboring countries, and oceans. 

The state of Tennessee is in the southeastern region of the US. It shares its border with Kentucky (in the north), Virginia (in the northeast), North Carolina (in the east), Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia (in the south), Arkansas (in the southwest), and Missouri (in the northwest). Its precise location is 34°59′ N to 36°41′ N Latitude and 81°39′ W to 90°19′ W Longitude. Check the Tennessee Longitude and Latitude Map to learn more about the location.

Tennessee Geography Map

This state is spread across a total area of 42,143 sq mi (109,247 sq km), out of which 41,217 sq mi (106,846 sq km) is land area and 926 sq mi (2,401 sq km) is water area. In terms of area, it is the 36th largest state in the United States. Check this Topographic Map of Tennessee to learn more.

The geographical area of Tennessee has five predominant features:

1. Blue Ridge Mountains (in the east)
2. Highland Rim and Nashville Basin
3. Cumberland Mountains and Plateau
4. Appalachians’ Ridge-and-Valley
5. Gulf Coastal Plain as well as Mississippi embayment

There are three Grand Divisions in Tennessee state’s geography, and they are:

1. East Tennessee
2. Middle Tennessee
3. West Tennessee

Know about the location of mountain peaks, rivers, lakes, the state capital, state boundary, ocean, and neighboring states from this Physical Map of Tennessee.

Tennessee Counties 

Tennessee has 92 counties. In terms of area, Shelby County is the largest county, having a total area of 755 sq mi (1,955 sq km). Trousdale County is the smallest county, having a total area of 114 sq mi (295 sq km). Check out the location and boundaries of different counties in the Tennessee County Map.

Tennessee Area Codes

The US State of Tennessee has 7 area codes. Some of the most essential area codes associated with major cities are 615 and 629 (Greater Nashville), 901 (Memphis), 423 (Chattanooga), and many more. The Tennessee Area Codes Map helps you locate a particular area code and also shows the area code boundary, county and state boundaries, and state capital. 

Tennessee Zip Codes

There are 623 active zip codes in Tennessee. Some of the best zip codes to live in Tennessee are 37067, 37922, 37027, 37069, 37919, 37408, 38103, 37934, 37219, 37135, and many more. The Tennessee Zip Code Map helps you locate a particular zip code’s location and shows the zip code boundary, state boundary, and state capital. 

Tennessee Major Cities

Check out this Tennessee Map with Cities to learn about the state’s major cities and their locations. It also showcases the state capital, state boundary, other cities, neighboring states and oceans, and many more. 

Some of the largest and major cities in Tennessee are Nashville, Clarksville, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Memphis, and many more.

Tennessee Airports

The busiest airports in Tennessee are Nashville International Airport (Berry Field), Memphis International Airport, McGhee Tyson Airport, Lovell Field, Tri-Cities Airport, and many more. Check the location of different airports (both public-use and military) in the state on the Tennessee Airport Map. This map also shows Tennessee’s state and country boundaries, cities, the state capital, neighboring states, and oceans.

Tennessee National Park and Trails

Tennessee has 13 national parks. Around 8,646,464 visitors visit these national parks annually. Major national parks in the state are Appalachian, Big South Fork, Cumberland Gap, Great Smoky Mountains, Natchez Trace, Andrew Johnson, Trail Of Tears, and others. 

In Tennessee, you can enjoy around 1,648 recreational trails (hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and other adventurous trails). They cover thousands of miles of trails in Tennessee. Some of the most popular ones are Alum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte, Laurel Falls Trail, Rainbow Falls Trail, Chimney Tops Trail, and Grotto Falls through Trillium Gap Trail, etc. 

Check out the locations of different national parks, monuments, preserves, and more details in the National Parks in Tennessee Map.

Tennessee Climate 

You’ll find a moderate climate in Tennessee. It is characterized by warm summers and cool (not cold) winters. As you move from east to west, temperatures rise significantly with a drop in elevation. In Nashville, the average high temperature in July hovers around the upper 80s °F (around 32 °C). In January, the average high temperature hovers around mid-40s °F (around 8 °C). The average low temperature in January hovers around 30 °F (−1 °C).

Tennessee Time Zones

In Tennessee, you’ll find these time zones:

• East Tennessee: UTC−05:00 (Eastern) and UTC−04:00 (EDT) Summer (DST) 
• Middle and West Tennessee: UTC−06:00 (Central) and UTC−05:00 (CDT) Summer (DST).

FAQs on Tennessee

FAQ #1: Where is Tennessee?

Ans: Tennessee is located in the upper south region of eastern USA. 

FAQ #2: Does it Snow in Tennessee?

Ans: In Tennessee, it usually snows in the months of January and February. 

FAQ #3: Why is Tennessee called the Volunteer State?

Ans: During the 1812 War, Tennessee militia volunteers played an important role. This is the reason why Tennessee is also called the Volunteer State.

FAQ #4: Are there Alligators in Tennessee?

Ans: Yes, alligators can be found in Tennessee, just like many other Southern states in the US. This species has expanded naturally from the southern border states. 

FAQ #5: Does Tennessee have a State Income Tax?

Ans: No, Tennessee doesn’t have its own individual state income tax. However, the state has its own corporate income tax (6.5%), sales tax (7%), and local sales tax (maximum 2.75%). 

FAQ #6: What Mountains are in Tennessee?

Ans: Appalachian Mountains, Blue Ridge Mountains, the Great Smoky Mountains, the Bald Mountains, and Unaka Mountains are some of the significant mountains located in Tennessee.

FAQ #7: What is the State Bird of Tennessee?

Ans: Mockingbird is the State Bird of Tennessee. 

FAQ #8: How Far is Tennessee from Florida?

Ans: The distance between Tennessee and Florida is 617.6 miles (994 km).

FAQ #9: How Many People Live in Tennessee?

Ans: The population of Tennessee is 6,975,218. 

FAQ #10: What to do in Tennessee?

Ans: You can enjoy abundant natural beauty, music culture, rich history, and exciting outdoor adventures in Tennessee. Visit Grethe at Smoky Mountains National Park, Memphis, Graceland, Nashville, Country Music Hall of Fame, Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, Chattanooga, Titanic Museum Attraction, and many more in Tennessee.