Blount County, county in Tennessee, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 134,751 inhabitants. The county was created 229 years ago in 1795. Its county seat is Maryville.
There are 2 city/town in Blount County, TN. The largest city of Blount County is Fairview with a population of 9,599. Other cities include and Friendsville population 902
Friendsville, Human settlement in Blount County, Tennessee, United States of America
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains along the Little River, Blount County, Tennessee contains a handful of small yet lively communities. The largest city and county seat is Maryville, home to around 28,000 residents and the College of William & Mary. Quaint downtown Maryville provides boutique shops and restaurants housed in historic brick buildings.
Other incorporated towns in Blount County include Alcoa, Louisville, Friendsville, Rockford, and Townsend which surround Maryville and offer their own local charm. Alcoa along the banks of the Little Tennessee River traces its roots to the aluminum industry. Louisville and Friendsville both exude a relaxed, rural atmosphere. Rockford features the Chilhowee Lake recreational area. And Townsend lies adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
In addition to these towns, Blount County also includes several tiny unincorporated communities and census-designated places nestled in the area's rolling green hills. From its college town appeal to its natural beauty, the cities, towns, and villages of Blount County offer residents a slice of inviting Tennessee mountain living. This post explores the hidden gems and attractions found in each Blount County municipality.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Blount County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Fairview | City in Williamson County, Tennessee, United States of America | 9,599 |
Friendsville | Human settlement in Blount County, Tennessee, United States of America | 902 |