Humboldt, Tennessee
Humboldt: city in Iowa
About
Humboldt is a city located in the county of Gibson in the U.S. state of Tennessee. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,452 and a population density of 683 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,126 inhabitants.
The city was created 163 years ago in 1862.
Quick Facts about Humboldt
| Population | 8,126 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| County | Gibson County |
| Postal code | 50548 |
| Phone Area Codes | 515 |
| Area | 12.37 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.8198,-88.9159 |
| Named for | Alexander von Humboldt |
| Altitude | 1,083 feet / 330 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1863 (163 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:29:39 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 657 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.01% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Humboldt is located at 35°49'11"N 88°54'57"W (35.8197900, -88.9159000).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 80. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Humboldt decreased by 4.01% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,452 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,458 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,477 | 0.22% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,393 | -1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,347 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,296 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,249 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,220 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,179 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,151 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,126 | -0.31% | estimation process |
People born in Humboldt (10)
People born in Humboldt, including professional wrestler Frank Gotch, actor Christian Clemenson, physician Frank Gotch, .
More notable people
- Gus Thompson (Major League Baseball pitcher) he was born in 22/06/1877
- Jack Clancy (College and Professional American football player) he was born in 18/06/1944
- Kevin Dresser (American sport wrestler) he was born in 09/11/1962
- Rod Hamilton (American politician) he was born in 25/03/1968
- Bruce L. Clark (American university teacher (1880-1945)) he was born in 29/05/1880
- Byron Gordon McKeeby (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1936
- Ardie Dean he was born in 01/01/1955
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Humboldt, TN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221971 | Union University | Jackson (TN) | 38305-3697 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Humboldt, TN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBN | Newbern–Dyersburg | 108 Jefferson St | RAIL |
| FTN | Fulton | 21 Newton Rd. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Humboldt.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Humbold Post Office | Humboldt (TN) | 38343 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Humboldt, Iowa city in Iowa with a population of 4,544 people.
- Humboldt, Wisconsin town in Brown County, Wisconsin, USA with a population of 1,355 people.
- Humboldt, Nebraska city in Richardson County, Nebraska, United States with a population of 796 people.
- Humboldt, Michigan township in Marquette County, Michigan with a population of 458 people.
- Humboldt, Illinois village in Coles County, Illinois, United States of America with a population of 414 people.
- Humboldt, South Dakota town in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 342 people.
- Humboldt, Kansas city in Allen County, Kansas, USA with a population of 242 people.
- Humboldt, Minnesota city in Kittson County, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 42 people.
Other cities in Gibson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Gibson County , TN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Milan | 7,608 | City in Gibson County, Tennessee |
| Medina | 4,379 | City in Tennessee, United States |
| Trenton | 4,147 | City in Gibson County, Tennessee, United States |
| Dyer | 2,203 | Human settlement in Gibson County, Tennessee, United States of America |
| Rutherford | 1,064 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Bradford | 1,011 | Town in Gibson County, Tennessee, United States |
| Gibson | 384 | Town in Tennessee |
| Yorkville | 252 | City in Tennessee, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Humboldt distances to largest Tennessee cities