Cities & Towns in McMinn County, TN

McMinn County, county in Tennessee, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 54,208 inhabitants. The county was created 205 years ago in 1819. Its county seat is Athens.

There are 5 city/town in McMinn County, TN. The largest city of McMinn County is Athens with a population of 14,120. Other cities include, Etowah population 3,527, Englewood population 1,538, Niota population 738 and Calhoun population 503

Athens
Athens

Athens, Town in Tennessee, United States

Etowah
Etowah

Etowah, City in McMinn County, Tennessee

Englewood
Englewood

Englewood, Town of the United States

Situated in the southeastern corner of Tennessee, McMinn County has a rich history and scenic landscape. Here are some highlights of the cities and towns found across McMinn County:

Athens

Athens is the largest city and county seat of McMinn County. It was settled in 1822 and named after Athens, Greece. Points of interest include the McMinn County Living Heritage Museum, Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, and historic downtown monuments. Athens is home to Tennessee Wesleyan University. Annual events include the Athens Storytelling Festival.

Etowah

Etowah is a small town near the Hiwassee River founded in the 1850s. The Gem Theater in downtown Etowah shows classic movies and hosts live entertainment. Etowah is located near the site of Hiawassee Old Town, an important Cherokee village in the 1700s. The town celebrates its heritage with an annual Knob Creek Indian Festival.

Englewood

Englewood is a quaint railroad town located at the junction between the Hiwassee River and Rail Creek. The Englewood Textile Museum highlights the area’s cotton mill history. Downtown Englewood has restaurants, antique stores, and other local businesses to explore.

Niota

Niota is McMinn County’s smallest incorporated city, with just over 700 residents. Locals enjoy the charming small town atmosphere and scenic views of the Cherokee National Forest. Niota is home to several cattle and dairy farms nearby.

Riceville

Riceville is an unincorporated community west of Niota. It is one of McMinn County's oldest settlements, founded in the early 1800s. Historic sites like Riceville Cemetery and remnants of a Shaker colony provide a look into the past.

All McMinn County Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McMinn County.

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City Name Title Population
Athens Town in Tennessee, United States 14,120
Calhoun Human settlement in McMinn County, Tennessee, United States of America 503
Englewood Town of the United States 1,538
Etowah City in McMinn County, Tennessee 3,527
Niota Human settlement in McMinn County, Tennessee, United States of America 738
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