Campbell County, Tennessee
Campbell County: county in Tennessee, United States
About
Campbell County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 40,716 and a population density of 32 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 39,837 inhabitants. Its county seat is Jacksboro. The county was created 219 years ago in 1806.
Campbell County is situated in the Cumberland Mountains area of northeast Tennessee. It was formed in 1806 from parts of Anderson and Claiborne counties. The county was named after Colonel Arthur Campbell, a Revolutionary War officer and legislator.
Key industries included logging, mining, and the railroad. The city of Jellico was founded as a railroad town in the 1870s.
Major Towns and Features
Some of the main towns and landmarks in Campbell County include:
- Jellico - The county seat and most populated town, located along the Kentucky border.
- LaFollette - Second largest town, named for Congressmen Harvey and Grant LaFollette.
- Caryville - Small town that hosts the county's popular annual Apple Festival.
- Norris Lake - Stretching across Campbell and other counties, popular for fishing and watersports.
Things to See and Do
Top attractions and activities in Campbell County include:
- Driving through the picturesque countryside to see rolling farmland and mountain views.
- Hiking through wooded trails and spotting wildlife in Cumberland Trail State Park.
- Exploring the shops and restaurants in quaint downtown Jellico and LaFollette.
- Camping along the shores of Norris Lake and going boating, swimming or fishing.
- Learning about regional history at the Campbell Culture & Heritage Museum.
Campbell County offers natural beauty and historic small towns to discover, with plenty of options for outdoor recreation. The area's mining and railroad heritage can still be seen in its architecture and local culture.
County Snapshot
Campbell County at a glance
Campbell County currently has 4 quality-checked populated place pages linked on MapSof, making it easier to jump from the county overview into local city pages.
Mapped populated places
4
These counts use a stricter populated-place filter so the main lists stay focused on real city and town pages.
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LaFollettePopulation 7,456
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Quick Facts about Campbell County
| Population | 39,837 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| Different from | Campbell County, Campbell County, Campbell County, Campbell County |
| Area | 1290 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 3.6% |
| Land as percent of area | 96.4% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.4035,-84.1494 |
| Named for | Arthur Campbell |
| Capital | Jacksboro |
| Establishment | September 11, 1806 |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 18:05:37 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 31 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.21% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Campbell County is located at 36°24'13"N 84°8'58"W (36.4035100, -84.1493800). It has 6 neighbors: McCreary County, Whitley County, Anderson County, Claiborne County, Scott County and Union County.
Campbell County map
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The largest city of Campbell County is LaFollette with a population of 7,456. Other cities include, Jellico population 2,132, Caryville population 2,122 and Jacksboro population 2,066. See all Campbell County cities & populated places.
Campbell County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Campbell County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| LaFollette | 7,456 | City in Campbell County, Tennessee, United States of America |
| Jellico | 2,132 | City in Tennessee |
| Caryville | 2,122 | City in Washington County, Florida, United States of America |
| Jacksboro | 2,066 | Human settlement in Campbell County, Tennessee, United States of America |
Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Campbell County
Official Website- Jacksboro
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Campbell County decreased by 2.21% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 40,716 | - | census |
| 2011 | 40,688 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 40,532 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 40,247 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 39,893 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 39,772 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 39,784 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 39,791 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 39,795 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 39,842 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 39,837 | -0.01% | estimation process |
People born in Campbell County (2)
People born in Campbell County, including attorney and candidate for governor Hugh B. Lindsay, actor, film director and screenwriter Raymond Cannon, .
More notable people
Other places with the same name (4)
- Campbell County, Kentucky county in northeastern Wyoming, United States with a population of 94,020 people.
- Campbell County, Virginia county in Virginia, United States with a population of 55,304 people.
- Campbell County, Wyoming county in northeastern Wyoming, United States with a population of 46,676 people.
- Campbell County, South Dakota county in South Dakota, United States with a population of 1,380 people.
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| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby County | 936,017 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Davidson County | 694,176 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Nashville | 684,410 | The twenty-second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Nashville metropolitan area. |
| Memphis | 649,705 | The twenty-ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Memphis metropolitan area. |
| New South Memphis | 641,608 | This area of Memphis, situated in Shelby County at an elevation of 259 feet, is known for its rich musical heritage, particularly its influence on blues and rock and roll. |
| Knox County | 475,609 | County in Maine, United States |
| Hamilton County | 371,662 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Rutherford County | 339,261 | County in North Carolina, United States |
| Williamson County | 245,348 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Montgomery County | 214,251 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Sumner County | 195,561 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Knoxville | 190,223 | The most populous city in Tennessee. |
| Chattanooga | 184,742 | The fourth most populous city in Tennessee. |
| Clarksville | 161,247 | The second most populous city in Tennessee. |
| Sullivan County | 158,755 | County in New York, United States |
| Murfreesboro | 150,757 | The second most populous city in Tennessee. |