Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Oak Ridge: city in Tennessee, United States
About
Oak Ridge is a city located in the county of Anderson in the U.S. state of Tennessee. Its population at the 2010 census was 29,330 and a population density of 126 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 29,340 inhabitants.
The city was created 84 years ago in 1941.
Quick Facts about Oak Ridge
| Population | 29,340 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| County | Anderson County |
| Postal code | 37830–37831 |
| Phone Area Codes | 865 |
| Area | 233.04 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.0104,-84.2696 |
| Altitude | 850 feet / 259 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1942 (84 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 10:58:27 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 126 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.03% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 86℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Oak Ridge is located at 36°0'37"N 84°16'11"W (36.0103600, -84.2696400).
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Oak Ridge increased by 0.03% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 29,330 | - | census |
| 2011 | 29,260 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 29,180 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 29,123 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 28,981 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 28,965 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 28,931 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 29,027 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 29,042 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 29,156 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 29,340 | 0.63% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Oak Ridge
1American Museum of Science and Energy
115 E Main St, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18652944531 | Website available
2Melton Lake Park
Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18654253450 | Website available
3Children's Museum of Oak Ridge
461 W Outer Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18654821074 | Website available
4Cedar Hill Park
Cedar Hill Park, Moylan Ln, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18654253450 | Website available
5University of Tennessee Arboretum, Oak Ridge
901 S Illinois Ave, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18654833571 | Website available
Where to Eat in Oak Ridge
1Little Caesars Pizza
1128 A Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18654833959 | Website available
2KFC
1020 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18654835059 | Website available
3Dunkin'
1529 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18652985619 | Website available
4Jersey Mike's Subs
1568 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18654832345 | Website available
5Jimmy John's
1133 Oak Ridge Turnpike ste a, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States View details
Phone: +18654818822 | Website available
People born in Oak Ridge (41)
People born in Oak Ridge, including actress Megan Fox, actress Elaine Hendrix, film director Gore Verbinski, .
More notable people
- William Shepherd (American astronaut) he was born in 26/07/1949
- Sarah Monette (American novelist and short story author) she was born in 25/11/1974
- Richard White (actor from the United States of America (born 1953)) he was born in 04/08/1953
- Edgar Meyer (American musician and composer) he was born in 24/11/1960
- Kathy Johnson (gymnast) she was born in 13/09/1959
- Klaus Schüle (German politician) he was born in 29/08/1963
- Jennifer Azzi (basketball player) she was born in 31/08/1968
- Walter Trice (American author) he was born in 17/12/1948
- Viper (American movie actress (1959-2010)) she was born in 12/09/1959
- Otis Howard (American basketball player) he was born in 05/11/1956
- Adam Wingard (American film director) he was born in 03/12/1982
- Burwell B. Bell III (United States Army general) he was born in 09/04/1947
- Charlie Ergen (American businessman) he was born in 01/03/1953
- Dan Foster (American politician) he was born in 31/01/1948
- Doug Martin (American football coach) he was born in 04/02/1963
- Joan B. Gottschall (United States District Judge) she was born in 01/01/1947
- John Henry Browne (American lawyer) he was born in 11/08/1946
- Marc Andrus (Bishop/Episcopal Church/California) he was born in 20/10/1956
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Oak Ridge, TN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221643 | Pellissippi State Community College | Knoxville (TN) | 37933-0990 |
Closest post offices linked to Oak Ridge.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridg Post Office | Oak Ridge (TN) | 37830 |
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- Oak Ridge, Florida In the US state of Florida, Oak Ridge is a census-designated place located in Orange County. with a population of 22,685 people.
- Oak Ridge, North Carolina town in Guilford County, North Carolina, United States with a population of 7,126 people.
- Oak Ridge, Texas town in Cooke County, Texas, United States with a population of 806 people.
- Oak Ridge, Texas town in Kaufman County, Texas, United States with a population of 575 people.
- Oak Ridge, Missouri village in Apple Creek Township in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, United States with a population of 231 people.
- Oak Ridge, Louisiana village in Morehouse Parish, Louisiana, United States with a population of 118 people.
Other cities in Anderson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Anderson County , TN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill | 46,152 | A city in Maury County, Tennessee. |
| Clinton | 10,119 | City in Tennessee, United States |
| Norris | 1,612 | City in Anderson County, Tennessee, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Oak Ridge distances to largest Tennessee cities