Jefferson City, Tennessee

Jefferson City is a city located in Jefferson County, Tennessee. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 7,760. The city was originally named Mossy Creek, but was changed in 1901 to honor Thomas Jefferson. Carson-Newman, a Baptist college founded in 1851 is located in Jefferson City.

Geography

Jefferson City is located at 36°6'59" North, 83°29'11" West (36.116389, -83.486500){{GR|1}}.

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 13.9 km² (5.3 mi²). 13.7 km² (5.3 mi²) of it is land and 0.1 km² (0.1 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 0.93% water.

Related Topics:
United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi²

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