Cowan, Tennessee
Cowan: human settlement in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States of America
About
Cowan is a city located in the county of Franklin in the U.S. state of Tennessee. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,737 and a population density of 325 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,668 inhabitants.
The city was created 218 years ago in 1807.
Quick Facts about Cowan
| Population | 1,668 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Postal code | 37318 |
| Phone Area Codes | 931 |
| Area | 5.35 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.1645,-86.0105 |
| Altitude | 974 feet / 297 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1808 (218 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:19:14 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 312 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.14% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Cowan is located at 35°9'52"N 86°0'38"W (35.1645300, -86.0105400).
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Cowan decreased by 4.14% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,737 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,717 | -1.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,702 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,706 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,700 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,689 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,682 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,671 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,665 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,658 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,668 | 0.6% | estimation process |
People born in Cowan (2)
People born in Cowan, including Ray Bonner, football wide receiver Jauan Jennings, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Cowan, TN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221519 | The University of the South | Sewanee (TN) | 37383-1000 |
| 221096 | Motlow State Community College | Tullahoma (TN) | 37388 |
| 458007 | Love Beauty School Inc | Manchester (TN) | 37355 |
| 220163 | The Hair Academy LLC | Fayetteville (TN) | 37334-0135 |
| 221494 | Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville | Shelbyville (TN) | 37160-3629 |
Closest post offices linked to Cowan.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cowan Post Office | Cowan (TN) | 37318 |
Other cities in Franklin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Franklin County , TN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester | 9,097 | City in Tennessee, USA |
| Decherd | 2,372 | City in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States |
| Sewanee | 2,311 | Census-designated place in Franklin County, Tennessee |
| Estill Springs | 2,040 | City in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States of America |
| Huntland | 842 | Human settlement in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Cowan distances to largest Tennessee cities