Jefferson County, county in Tennessee, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 55,307 inhabitants. The county was created 232 years ago in 1792. Its county seat is Dandridge.
There are 1 city/town in Jefferson County, TN. The largest city of Jefferson County is Jefferson City with a population of 8,194.
Jefferson County is located in eastern Tennessee, northeast of Knoxville. It was established in 1792 and named for Thomas Jefferson. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in Jefferson County:
Dandridge
Dandridge is the county seat of Jefferson County, founded in 1793 along the French Broad River. Historic sites include the courthouse, Bush's Tavern, and landmarks from the early 19th century. Annual events include the Dandridge Crafts Fair.
New Market
New Market is a small town north of Dandridge established in the 1850s. Points of interest include the New Market Train Depot, Ramsey House plantation, and views of the Grainger County Tomato Festival held annually.
Jefferson City is a city adjacent to Dandridge, located along the banks of Dumplin Creek. It contains examples of Victorian architecture such as the Bleak House and was the site of Jefferson College in the mid 1800s.
White Pine
White Pine is a small rural town southwest of Dandridge. It was established as a railroad town in the late 1800s. Key sites include the Swannsylvania House, DeArmond Mill, and historic downtown buildings and churches.
Mossy Creek
Mossy Creek is an unincorporated community east of Jefferson City, situated along Mossy Creek. The area contains family farms, historic churches, and landmarks like the old Mossy Creek School.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Jefferson City | Town in Jefferson County, Tennessee, United States | 8,194 |